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Jack Amspaugh
Jack Amspaugh, also known as “Poppa Tiger”, 84, of Ansonia, Ohio,
passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Pine Knoll Rehabilitation
Center, Winchester, Indiana. He was born on August 13, 1931, to
Albert “Jinx” and Hazel (Boyer) Amspaugh in Darke County, Ohio.
He attended Ansonia High School, graduating in 1950 where he was
involved in all sports available at that time.
Jack married Patricia (Whittington) Amspaugh on January 26, 1951, who
preceded him in death in 2002. He retired from Frigidaire in 1983
after 30 years of service. After retirement Jack and Pat spent
most of their time in Sturgis, Michigan, fishing, golfing and enjoying
life. He worked odd jobs just to support his golf habit.
Jack was an active member of Ansonia Methodist Church, was a lifetime
member of the Miami Valley Moose Legion 103 and was also active in the
Fraternal Order of Eagles in Sturgis, Michigan. He was very
involved with his community over the years but was best known as Poppa
Tiger because of his involvement in the sports programs at Ansonia High
School, especially the girls softball team, attending all games, home
& away.
Jack is survived by his children, Susan (Ted) Boerger of Bradenton,
Florida, and Larry (Anita) Amspaugh of Union City, Indiana, his
grandchildren, Jeremy (Lisa) Boerger, Bill (Heather) Boerger &
Amanda (Sam) Wise, A.J. (Heidi) Amspaugh & Kyle (Ashlee) Amspaugh,
Jennifer (Neal) Gray and April (Steve) Billenstein, and 17
great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Patricia, he was
preceded in death by his parents and his son, David Amspaugh.
There will be a memorial service for family and friends on Tuesday,
March 29, 2016 at 1 PM at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville,
Ohio with Pastor Ron Hoesksema officiating. Burial will follow in
the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive
guest at the funeral on Tuesday from 11 AM to 1PM. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Ansonia Athletic Boosters.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com
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