January 15, 2009

OBITUARIES

Robert Womacks

Robert B. “Bob” Womacks of Yellow Springs died Saturday morning Jan. 10, in his home. He was 85.

He was born Jan. 31, 1923, in Jefferson Township, Ohio, a son of Amzie Byron and Mary Jane (Rowell) Womacks. Bob was a veteran of the United States Army, having served during World War II, and was formerly employed by Ohio Bell Telephone Company.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gayle, Olie, Gene and Walter, and a sister Bessie

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Virda (Oliver) Womacks; son and daughter-in-law, Jerry and Paula Womacks of Yellow Springs; sisters, Pauline Clark of Xenia and Marjorie Said of Arizona; and several nieces and nephews.

Following Bob’s request, services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Rader-Lynch and Dodds Funeral Home, London, Ohio.

Ronald Castle

Ronald (Ronnie) G. Castle of Springfield died unexpectedly Tuesday, Jan. 13. He was 45.

He was born Aug. 19, 1964, in Springfield, Ohio, son of Darrell and Judith Castle. Ronald was a graduate of Springfield South High School and employed by Dayton Freight.

Ronald is survived by his son, Zachary Castle of Yellow Springs; daughter, Tawnee Chadwell of Springfield; as well as, a large close family of many brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews.

A service will be scheduled at the family’s convenience.