LONAKER, Doyle A. age 80, of Centerville, died at home under the 
care of Hospice of Dayton with family by his side. He was born May 19, 
1933 in Dayton, OH to Alford and Elsie (Craig) Lonaker. Graduated from 
West Carrollton H.S. in 1951 and Univ. of Dayton in 1961; US Navy Veteran. 
Survived by his wife of 56 years, Caroline (Zimmer) Lonaker, daughters 
Karen (Douglas) Overbay, and Janet (Ludwig) Schultz, granddaughter 
Abigail, great grandchildren Brooklynn and Zayden, sister Elizabeth 
Smith and many other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his 
parents, brother Douglas, sister Viola Bergquist, 2 brothers who died 
in infancy and childhood friend, David Thomson. Retired from Globe 
Motors after 38 years. Enjoyed music and running; sang with 2 small 
dance bands in the 50's and in church choirs for 50 years. Volunteered 
as leader of an exercise/running class for over 35 years. Active member of 
Epiphany Lutheran Church. A memorial service will be held at Epiphany 
Lutheran Church, 6430 Far Hills Ave, Centerville, OH on Friday, March 
14, 2014 at 11:00am . Family will greet visitors from 10:00 am until time 
of service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be directed to 
The Hospice of Dayton, Inc., 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH 45420, 
Epiphany Lutheran Church pantry, or a charity of your choice. 
2 Timothy 4:7 "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, 
I have kept the faith." Online condolences may be sent to 
www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
Published in Dayton Daily News on Mar. 13, 2014 

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