Carl F. Disher

Carl F. Disher, age 82, of Centerville, passed away on Wednesday, April 18, 2018. He was born in Sandusky, OH on November 5, 1935 to the late Arthur & Myra Disher.

Carl graduated from the General Motors Institute in Flint, MI in 1958 and worked for New Departure Division of GM in Sandusky, OH for 6 years prior to settling in Dayton, OH in 1964. He worked 38 years at Delco Moraine as an engineer in numerous roles.

A man of many talents, in retirement Carl started Village Woodshop (14 years) and then became certified in fine watch repair (15 years). A true hobbyist, Carl loved bird watching, bird carving and drawing. Carl was a key member of Dayton's Tripod Camera Club. He joined the club in the 70's, earning the distinction of Fellow – the highest honor given by the club, and served as its president for two years during the 80's. Even today, Carl is recognized as one of the premier Monochrome print makers in the history of the club. In addition to successful displays within and with the Tripod club, he also taught workshops on Photography and displayed his prints in international competitions.

Carl was a loving husband and father, he will be deeply missed by those who knew him. He was preceded in death by his brother, Arthur Jr. Carl is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Judy Disher; sons, Scott (Vicki) Disher, David (Michelle) Disher, and Daniel Disher; grandchildren, Carl, Betsy, Mary, Jen, Alison, Abigail, Rachael, Johnny, and Jack; 4 great-grandchildren; 3-step-grandchildren; 2 step-great-grandchildren; and 3 wonderful wire-haired fox terriers.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 22, 2018 from 4-6pm at Newcomer Beavercreek Chapel, 3380 Dayton-Xenia Rd. The service will follow at 6pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carl's memory to Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, Tripod Camera Club (Richard Buschagen Treasurer 1019 Fernshire Dr., Centerville, OH 45459), or The Southside Club (3040 Valleywood Dr., Kettering, OH 45429).