KRETZLER, Patricia J., age 82, of Beavercreek, passed away Thursday, January 29, 2009. She was born May 14, 1926 in Washington Court House, OH. Patricia enjoyed gardening and fishing. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Col. Frederick J. Kretzler and also retired University of Dayton Professor; two sons, Frederick "Jody" Kretzler III and his wife, Debra, of Amanda, OH, Garrett A. Kretzler and his wife, Linda, of Xenia, OH; five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two daughters, Edith Ruth Kretzler and Kimberly Katherine Haley; and both parents, Andrew and Ruth Reichert . A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 31, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home Beavercreek Chapel. Visitation will be held 1-3 p.m.