Lore Sode
Lore B. Sode, long-time resident of Mount Perry, passed away on June 9, 2024 at her home surrounded by her children and loved ones.
Lore was born on September 17, 1937 near the Black Forest of Germany in the village of Villingen-Schwenningen. She loved her family deeply and always spoke with great enthusiasm about her fond memories there. Upon entering the US in 1958, Lore met her husband, Charles, see and served as a loyal Navy wife in New Jersey, Virginia, Rhode Island, and eventually Ohio. In each state, Charles and Lore welcomed a new child, first Charlene (Todd) Spence, then Christine (John) Loughman, Tracy (Kelly) Morrow and Charlie (Dee) Sode, whom Lore was survived by. Once settled in Ohio, Lore served as Post Master relief for many years at the Mount Perry Post Office.
In addition to her children, Lore was survived by seven of her grandchildren: Drew Spence, Evan Loughman, Paige (Devin) Webster, Peyton (Austin) Alice, Luke (Lexi) Morrow, Owen Loughman, and Dakota (Madi) Sode, and five great-grandchildren: Baylor, Braxton, Coen, Denver, and Palmer.
Lore was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Sode, her grandson, Austin Sode, son-in-law, Steve Spence, her parents, Johann and Rosa Becherer, and siblings: Hanni, Erich, Herbert, and Annemarie. She eagerly awaited her reunion with each of them.
Friends may call from 1-3 PM on Thursday, June 13, 2024 at the Sode Barn, 10965 Zartman Rd, Thornville with Funeral services being conducted immediately following. Lore will be laid to rest at Mt. Perry Cemetery, 13099 Church Street, Mount Perry following the ceremony.
In lieu of flowers, celebrate a friend or family member this week as our “Hero” so often did— make a cheesecake and share it with your neighbor, just because. Bring your grandkids their favorite chocolate bar or gummy bears, score the perfect birthday gift for a friend at TJMaxx, or maybe; just enjoy a cup of coffee at the kitchen table with someone you love.
William Thompson & Son Funeral Home in White Cottage is assisting the Sode family.
