With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dewight U. Friend of Malvern, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dewight left this world on June 29, 2025 at the age of 95, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Holly Friend and Amy Inez Friend (Cottrell); his wife Mary Friend (Kelsey); his son Paul Friend; and his siblings, Zelda Friend and Luther Friend.
He is survived by: his daughter Sandra Shock of Canton; his granddaughter Heather Shock (Jeff Grosenbaugh) of Louisville; and his great grandchildren, Jayden, Jensen and Jordan Grosenbaugh.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, July 5th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM at the Malvern United Methodist Church (121 W Wood St, Malvern, OH 44644). A masonic service will be held on Saturday, July 5th 2025 at 10:45 AM at the same location. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 5th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Malvern Christian Care Center.