Winkleman, Damon G.

Damon G. Winkleman

Lakeville, Ohio

Feather Location: Row K, #14

Mansfield (Ohio) News Journal via Gannett News Service / Jami Kinton

LOUDONVILLE, Ohio — If Loudonville High School biology teacher David Spreng were to write a book, one chapter would be devoted to Damon Winkleman… “I had Damon in several classes, and he was just so good-natured,” Spreng said. “He never took himself too seriously. He had a great sense of humor and was always coming up with something that would have you in stitches. He made teaching fun.”… “I’m fortunate to still have the memories,” Spreng said. “But we’ll sure miss him. This is a school where you knew everybody, and I’m sure this has touched his whole class very deeply. I always said if I ever were to write a book about my teaching experiences, at least one chapter would be on Damon.”

High school Principal Ben Blubaugh said Winkleman was “everyone’s friend.” “He was so well-liked by the students and teachers alike,” Blubaugh said. “He was a very solid young man with wonderful values. He impressed me. He had goals and knew where he was going. Any parent would be proud to claim him.” Blubaugh said district officials were informed of the news Monday. “We’re waiting for more information to see what happens, but I’m sure the school will be a part of it when we find out the arrangements,” he said

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