DOWELL, Ronald H., 69, of Xenia passed away Wednesday, December 23, 2009 at Hospice of Dayton. He is preceded in death by his parents Harry Dowell and Bertha Smith; wife Belinda Dowell; great-granddaughter Matilynn Hartley; great-grandson Drandon Mitchell; brother-in-laws Bob Hall and Charles Collier. Ronald is survived by his children Rhonda (Harold) Snyder, Debbie (Raymond) Cordell, Ron (Robin) Dowell, David (Mary) Dowell, Frankie (Karen) Dowell, Charlotte (Mike) Ballard, Cheryl (Gary) Arthur, and George (Brenda) Balint; 26 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; sisters Sharon Adkins and Mamie Collier; brothers Donnie Dowell and Gary Smith; numerous nieces, nephews and other family and friends. He was very active on his farm and loved raising and taking care of all his animals. Funeral Services will be held 11:00AM Tuesday, December 29, 2009 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3380 Dayton Xenia Rd. Family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00AM prior to services at the funeral home. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family at Berea Cemetery in Berea, KY. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the family, to assist with funeral services. To send a special message to the family please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com.