Condolences to the family of Gretchen Romelli

Adjunct Instructor of Sociology Gretchen Romelli passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 13, 2021. She began teaching at Cincinnati State in Fall of 2018 and taught numerous sections of Introduction to Sociology over the past four years.

In addition to teaching at Cincinnati State, IvyTech, and Mount St. Joseph University, Ms. Romelli was also employed by Mercy Health Jewish Hospital in Kenwood.

She was the co-founder of Autistic Endeavors, a non-profit that raises funds and awareness of the educational and socialization needs of children with autism.

Dr. Heather Hatchett, department chair for Social and Behavioral Sciences, said, “Gretchen was one of the most student-centered, creative instructors I’ve ever known, and she was especially gifted in forming empowering student relationships and facilitating an inclusive learning environment. Her identity was that of a teacher and fierce advocate of disability rights and social justice.”

Students in Ms. Romelli’s classes were informed this week and were offered counseling services and other support resources. The students will be able to complete their Sociology class this semester.

A Celebration of Life for Ms. Romelli will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to help the family with expenses, at Venmo address @Joseph-Romelli or at GoFundMe https://gofund.me/35d5368b.

Messages of condolence may be shared at the Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home website.

(Photo from Ralph Meyer & Deters Funeral Home)