Rhonda Lynn Sponcil
Rhonda Lynn Sponcil
Rhonda Lynn Sponcil, 74, of Greenfield, passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at Christ Hospital of Cincinnati.
She was born May 14, 1950 in New Castle, Ind., the daughter of Arthur James and Lou Alice (Miles) Clark.
She attended Yorktown Elementary and High School and was a graduate of Ball State University earning her bachelor of science in education and then Ohio University earning her bachelor of science in elementary education. She was a member of the Leesburg Friends Church and was in the “USFW” United Society of Friends Women Club.
She traveled a lot throughout the U.S., starting in 2003 when she began giving teaching seminars and more so after she retired. Rhonda was able to explore 48 of the 50 states, only missing Hawaii and Alaska. She retired in 2007 from Greenfield Exempted Village Schools.
She is survived by her husband, Ollie D. Sponcil, whom she married June 30, 1973; one son, Ray (Melissa) Sponcil of Greenfield; one daughter, Jamie (Steve) LaMotte of Eagan, Minnesota; three grandsons, Cade and Noah Sponcil and Jake LaMotte; one sister, Leslie (Mike) Hatcher of Muncie, Ind.; seven nieces and nephews, Jenny (Richard) Adams, Amy (Brent) Shaffer, John (Andrea) Sponcil, Megan (Chris) Kline, Allison (Byard) Hubbard, Jessica Hatcher, Grace (Nate) Miller; several great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by both parents.
Memorial service will be 4 p.m. Sunday, March 23 at the Leesburg Friends Church with Pastor John Fitzgerald officiating.
Visitation will be 1-4 p.m. Sunday, at the church.
Memorials may be made to the Leesburg Friends Church, 149 South Street, Leesburg, Ohio 45135.
The Murray-Fettro Funeral Home in Greenfield is serving the family.
Condolences may be sent to www.murrayfettro.com.
Wonderful woman
Throughout her life, Rhonda filled many roles. She loved her family and spoke of them often. She was a great teacher and friend to all who needed her. I am sorry for your loss at this time.