Fatal Motorcycle Crash March 14, 2012

Joseph Cartmell, 59, was killed in accident just east of his home in Catawba, Ohio

CARTMELL, Joseph L, of Mechanicsburg, passed away March 14, 2012. He was born June 19, 1952 in Springfield, the son of Richard and Margaret (Werner) Cartmell. Mr. Cartmell was a member of the Eagles, the Union Club, the Mid Ohio Classic Scooter Club, the Vintage Motor Bike club, the Teamsters Motorcycle Association and the Masonic Lodge of Yellow Springs. He was employed at A. B. F. in Dayton. Mr. Cartmell had served in the Air Force Reserves. Survivors include his wife; Diana (Price) Cartmell, one son; Zachary Cartmell, one brother; John Cartmell, Oregon.

Joe was traveling northeast on Mechanicsburg-Catawba road around 11 p.m. when he lost control of his motorcycle and went off the right side of the road. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Joe was not wearing a helmet. It’s possible an animal may have run into the roadway as there is no indication of speed or alcohol.

Joe’s fun loving personality will be greatly missed by all his friends in the MOCS club