Alice Anspach was a life-long Hardin County resident
Alice L. Anspach, 92, passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2021 at 8:15 a.m. at The Greens at Lima Convalescent Home.
She was born on Sept. 28, 1928, in Hardin County, Ohio, to Orpha J. and Estella (Bailey) Clark, who preceded her in death. On April 13, 1947, Alice married Stanley C. Anspach and he preceded her in death on July 25, 1985.
Stan and Alice fulfilled their dream of owning a farm, which she continued on her own. She enjoyed scratch offs and going to the casino. Alice was devoted to her family. She especially liked to hear stories about her great great nieces and nephews.
She is survived by her brother-in-law, Kenny Halbedel and her lifelong best friend, Agnes (Wayne) Tester. Also surviving are her loving caregivers and nieces, Sue (Pete) Reese and Cindy (Paul) Simon. Other nieces and nephews: Mike Price, Angie Caudill, Ted (Susan) Halbedel, Jim Halbedel, Kelly (Sherry) Halbedel; and many great nieces, great nephews and great greats.
She greatly missed her siblings that preceded her in death: brother, Gordon (Velma) Clark; her sisters, Dora Ann (Ralph) Price and Peggy Halbedel.
We thank the sweet girls at The Greens for all they’ve done for Alice. We will be forever grateful.
Attendance will be restricted at the visitation based on space to accommodate social distancing requirements. Face coverings must be worn while attending visitation.
Friends may call from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada.
Private family services will be held at Hanson-Neely-Allison Funeral & Cremation Services, Ada at a later date. Burial will be in St. Paul Cemetery, Ada.
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