Carl R. Newbright, age 81 of Troy, passed away Friday, December 18, 2015 at his residence. He was born in Miami County, Ohio on June 25, 1934 to the late Carl J. and Carrie (Smith) Newbright.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years Sara (Mauntel) Newbright, as well as son David Newbright of Troy, and daughter and son-in-law Judy and Kurt Bally of Lebanon. Also surviving are two grandchildren, Anja and Ethan, and brother and sister-in-law John and Linda Newbright of Casstown.

Mr. Newbright was a 1952 graduate of Bethel High School and received a Bachelor's Degree from Miami University in 1958. He was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Troy. Carl was a volunteer for the American Red Cross and Habitat for Humanity of Miami County for many years.

Mr. Newbright was a military veteran, serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He was the President of Third Savings and Loan in Piqua, where he retired after 31 years of service in the banking industry.

A memorial service will be held Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 7:00PM at Fisher-Cheney Funeral Home 1124 W. Main St., Troy, with Rev. David Leckrone officiating. Friends and family may call from 5:30PM-7:00PM at the funeral home. Interment of ashes will be held at Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or Habitat for Humanity.