Russel John Graeser

GRAESER, Russel J., age 89 of Centerville, Oh. passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2009 at Bethany Lutheran Village. Russel attended the University of Cincinnati and worked as a salesman for Jay Instrument for over 27 years, where he received numerous sales awards. He enjoyed traveling to Europe, photography and golf. He was also a devout member of The Church of the Incarnation. Russel served our country in the Army Air Corps in the Pacific Theater receiving 3 Bronze Stars. Preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Marie (Boehle) Graeser. Russel is survived by his wife of 64 years, Martha Graeser; son, Mark (Pam) Graeser of Oakwood; and daughter, Marsha Higgins of Fairfield; 5 Grandsons; 1 Granddaughter and 2 Great Grandchildren. The family would like to give special thanks to the staff of Cascades and Memory unit at Bethany for their care and kindness. A mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Monday 31st of August 2009 at 10:30 AM at The Church of the Incarnation Far Hills at Williamsburg Ln. in Centerville. The family will greet friends on Sunday from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Routsong Funeral Home 81 North Main St. in Centerville. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Marianist Missions, 4435 Patterson Rd, Dayton, OH 45481. Condolences and other tributes may be sent to the family at www.routsong.com.

Funeral Home:
Centerville Routsong Funeral Home
81 N. Main St.
Centerville, OH
US 45459