John Bevington Randolph Jr., 80, of Miamisburg, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022. John was born in Cincinnati, Ohio on December 24, 1941 to the late Emily and John Randolph. John was also preceded in death by his sister, Emily B. Reyburn and his brother, William Randolph.
He was a graduate of Cheshire Academy and Louisiana State University. He worked in the family business, Ohio Knife before coming to Dayton and working at CB Manufacturing Co. where he retired. John was an avid bowler, golfer, and skier; but his real passion was kayaking. He became and instructor and spent many weekends and holidays enjoying this sport. John was a member of Mound Amateur Radio Association and lifetime member of Grand Lodge F. & A.M. of Ohio, Western Hills Cheviot Lodge #140. John was a member of St. George’s Episcopal Church on Far Hills, Dayton, Ohio.
John is survived by his wife of 25 years, Eleanor Fite Randolph; children, John Randolph III (Laura), William J. Randolph and Steven Fite; grandson, Liam Randolph. John is also survived by his nieces, Emily Blay (Alan) and Lisa Payne (Michael); great nieces, Emily, Jennifer and Maura; and great nephew, Colin.
A gathering of family & friends will be held from 10 – 11 AM on Wednesday, January 19, 2022 at GEBHART-SCHMIDT-PARRAMORE Funeral Home, Miamisburg. Funeral services will follow at 11 AM with Rev. Ben Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Cemetery, Miamisburg.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Miami Valley Chapter, 31 W. Whipp Rd, Dayton, Ohio 45459.
***Due to COVID-19, the family requests that everyone wear a mask.
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