James R. Gengler

November 19, 1932 — May 7, 2019

James R. "Papa" Gengler, Age 86 of West Carrollton, passed away May 7, 2019, at Hospice of Dayton. James was born on November 19, 1932 in Miamisburg, Ohio and was a Korean Army Veteran.
Preceded in death by his wife of 48 years Bebe Sue Gengler (Gran), his daughter Debbie Bowman, his grandson John Ridenour, and his great-grandson Jamie Elam.
Survived by children Chris (Betty) Gengler, Connie (Gary) Maloney, Robyn (Rex) Heeter, Jeff Gengler, Steve Gengler (Alice), Tammy Whitaker, Scott (Effie) Gengler, and Karen Shackelford and son-in-law Wayne Bowman;
22 grandchildren, 39 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson and many friends, neighbors and relatives. The
family will receive friends and family Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 11 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. at Newcomer Centerville Chapel, 820 Miamisburg-Centerville Road, where a funeral service will follow at 1:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Miami Valley Memorial Gardens. Visit his guest book at www.newcomerdayton.com

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