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Alice Hart Obituary
Alice Elizabeth "Libby" Hart, 92, of Xenia, formerly of Wilmington, passed away October 25, 2018 at Legacy Village Assisted Living in Xenia.
She was born December 1, 1925 in Adams County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frank and Mary E. Blackburn Armstrong.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years, Charles E. Hart, Jr.; two brothers, Roland Armstrong and Robert Armstrong; and a brother-in-law, Lewis Dewey.
She is survived by one sister, Donna Kay Dewey of Covington, Ohio; a brother and sisters-in-law, Glenn (Opal) Armstrong of Wilmington, Donna Armstrong of Hillsboro, and Janice Armstrong of Medway, Ohio; as well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends.
Libby was a graduate of Franklin Rural High School in Locust Grove, Wilmington College, and Wright State University. She retired in 1991 as a business education teacher at Wilmington High School. Throughout her career she was a respected educator and beloved confidant to many students and colleagues.
She was a member of the Wilmington United Methodist Church, where she attended regularly; life member of OEA (Ohio Education Association), NEA (National Education Association), WEA (Wilmington Education Association); and a member of Retired Teachers.
She was also a member of various social groups including Alpha Phi Kappa Sorority, Delta Kappa Gamma Sorority, Yani Club, and Bowling League.
The family extends their sincere gratitude to the caring staff of Cape May Retirement Village in Wilmington, Legacy Village Assisted Living and Memory Care in Xenia, and Hospice of Dayton.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, October 30 at the Wilmington United Methodist Church, 50 E. Locust St., Wilmington, with Pastor Marie Smith officiating. Interment will be in Locust Grove Cemetery, Peebles, Ohio.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 p.m. Monday, October 29 at the Reynolds-Smith Funeral Home, 327 N. South St., Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wilmington United Methodist Church, 50 E. Locust St., Wilmington, OH 45177; Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave. Dayton, OH 45420; or the charity of one's choice.
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Rebecca VanDervort Thumma
October 20, 2021
My list of favorite teachers while I was attending Wilmington H S is topped by Mrs. Hart. She was genuinely interested in seeing to it that we learned from her so that we would have a strong chance to be successful after graduation and in life. She taught us not only the subject at hand but she gave us advice about life in general. Mrs. Hart was truly the best.
Jo Ann Richardson Webb Conard
November 1, 2018
Mrs Hart was my typing and shorthand teacher in the 1955-1957. She taught me so much during the years she was my teacher and mentor. I occasionally ran into her in Dsyton. She was always interested in my career, and was pleased I was doing so well. I had a tremendous career in Federal Civil Service. I climbed the career ladder retiring as a GS-12 Contracting Officer when I was 47 years old. I give Mrs Hart all the credit for my first career. I won many awards for my outstanding work and work ethics. I always told her when we saw each other. My second career was at WHIO-TV in Dayton. I received awards there also. I worked forvtotal of 52 years before retiring. She always seemed so proud of me. I wish I had known she passed before her funeral. I am sending my love and prayers to her family. She was the best teacher I ever had.
Marcia Ames
October 31, 2018
A GREAT LADY,TEACHER AND FRIEND
Jeanie Mongold
October 31, 2018
Mrs Hart was a great teacher and I will never forget her. She taught me a lot and My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
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Becky VanDervort Thumma
October 30, 2018
I will never forget when I first met Mrs. Hart at the beginning of my first class with her. She was pretty intimidating but it didn't take long to understand that she wanted to help us be the best we could be both as students and as adults. She was always willing to help whenever asked. She was the best. May she rest in peace.
Rhonda Cochran
October 29, 2018
Mrs. Hart was an incredible teacher. I had her for four high school classes and I am incredibly blessed to have learned from the BEST. I thank her for the passion I have for the work I do. She expected perfection from her students. May you rest in peace special lady.
Laura McGuire
October 29, 2018
Thank you for your friendship Mrs. Hart! (I know you told me to call you Libby, but I just couldn't do it!).
Beverly Furguson
October 27, 2018
Mrs. Hart was the best teacher I had during my time at Wilmington High School. My knowledge that she taught me helped me land my first job which I still have. She was a very good friend of my parents Floyd and Loretta Burnell as my mom grew up below Hillsboro and knew her family.
Tiffany Karns
October 27, 2018
I had the pleasure of being Libby's nurse for 5 years at Legacy Village Assisted Living. Her smile was so infectious. Needless to say this lady won my heart. Donna Kay (sister) was so attentive to her needs and I know Libby enjoyed the weekly visits from her sister.
WHS Class of 1955 50th 2005
Jim & Nan Bradley
October 27, 2018
Mrs Hart's passing was especially sad for the WHS class of 1955. She was our last teacher living. She attended all of our class reunions up through our 50th in October of 2005. She and Rodger O. Borror came together, the last one for both. Of course she was a great teacher loved by all.
Once will visiting her at Cape May, my wife Nan could not remember the code to open the exit door so Libby showed her!
Marilyn Larrick
October 27, 2018
Mrs. Hart is the teacher that most impacted my life. She taught me some much more than typing and shorthand. She taught me values, work ethic, importance of excellence. Praying for her family.
Laura McGuire
October 26, 2018
Mrs. Hart prepared me for several successful careers that I thoroughly enjoyed. She always presented herself in such a professional way, and though somewhat intimidating as a student she became a genuine friend to me as an adult. I think of her often and appreciate the time she took to celebrate the milestones in my life. Thank you Libby Hart for all you taught me about being an educated and gracious woman. Always your student, Laura
Margie Erickson
October 26, 2018
Mrs. Hart - never a more dedicated, encouraging teacher. What a gem. She did more than teach the basics; she made me believe I could Excell. Several contacts with her since 1968 were always special. She surprised me at my Mom's funeral in 2005. She will be missed. Margie Keller Erickson
Dawn Kairis
October 26, 2018
Ms. Hart was a wonderful teacher. I got several jobs over the years only because of skills I learned in her typing class and I'll always remember her fondly. Rest in peace.
Karen Haley
October 26, 2018
Libby was always a gracious lady and interesting to talk with. Loved our chats at the YMCA. She will be sadly missed. R.I.P. Libby.
Monika Kassinos
October 26, 2018
Ms. Hart taught me how to type in High School. I will always remember her. So sad to hear she passed. Condolences to her family. I know she will be greatly missed by many people.
Claudia Whittenburg-Hopkins
October 26, 2018
Mrs. Hart was so special to the Whittenburg family. She attended weddings (even out of state) as well as being there when our mom passed. She always stressed the importance of doing our best and being proud of our work. I still remember her favorite correction of "can I ..." To may I.
Rest in peace.
dolores budrey oltmann
October 26, 2018
mrs hart was a teacher I never had in school but was always made herself available to assist. she continued to be a special friend.
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