Richard West "Dick" Jewett, Sr.

JEWETT, Richard West “Dick”, Sr. Age 89 of Brookville, passed away Tuesday, June 21, 2016 with his family by his side. Dick was born in Rochester, NY on June 19, 1927 to his parents, Malcolm & Marian (West) Jewett whom preceded him in death along with his sister, Constance Daugherty. Dick is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Geraldine “Jeri” (Powell) Jewett; 2 sons, Richard “Dick” (Andrea Reho) Jewett, Jr., and Mike (Karen Howard) Jewett; 3 grandchildren, Susan (John) Marschhausen, Sandra (Andrew) Antil, and Westley (Calandria Dawson) Jewett; 5 great-grandchildren, Jordan & Emily Marschhausen, Jake & Chase Antil, and Elias Jewett; and numerous other family members and friends. Dick graduated from Fairview High School in 1945 and enlisted in the U.S. Navy where he became a WWII Veteran. Following his time in the Navy he graduated from Ohio University with his Bachelors in Education and lettered on the track team. He then earned his Masters from Indiana University. Dick enjoyed teaching Math and serving as Principal for Dayton City Schools for many years. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, traveling, gardening, The Ohio State Buckeyes, and especially his family. As a hobby Dick enjoyed coaching, refereeing basketball, and working as a groundskeeper at Larch Tree Golf Course. He was a member of Grace United Methodist in Dayton and Providence Lutheran Church in Brookville. Visitation 11am – 12pm with Memorial Service to follow at 12:00 PM on Monday, June 27, 2016 at Providence Lutheran Church, 11475 Providence Pike, Brookville, Ohio 45309. Pastor Kevin Scheuller officiating. If desired, donations may be made to Hospice of Dayton, or Providence Lutheran Church in memory of Dick. www.RogersFuneralHomes.com