Hurst R. Sloniker

Hurst R. Sloniker, Jr, Dec. 18, 1929 – June 3, 2022. Preceded in death by his cherished partner of nearly 50 years, Bill Lee, who passed on April 23, 2022. Mr. Sloniker was the beloved uncle of seven nieces and nephews along with their children and grandchildren. He taught English and Humanities both in Florida and at UC’s University College for over 30 years. For many years he and Mr. Lee served in executive positions for the American Daffodil Society, chairing and editing their Journal, as well as judging local daffodil contests in and around Cincinnati. They hosted groups at their Batavia home during peak blooming season to show their magnificent daffodils, iris, day lilies, weeping cherries, and Japanese maples. Mr. Sloniker was also a gourmet cook, known especially for his irresistible cheesecakes.

In lieu of flowers, donations would be much appreciated to the American Daffodil Society or to Pinebrook’s Memory Care Center in Milford, Ohio, where he and Mr. Lee spent their last three years.

A Celebratory Family-and-Friends Reunion will be held on October 1, 2022 from 12:00 - 3:00 PM at Megie Funeral Home and Crematory - Craver Chapel, 529 Main St., Milford, OH 45150.