Michael David Bromberg

Michael David Bromberg, 65, of Bryan, OH, died on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at his home surrounded by his family. Michael was born on October 12, 1952 in Boston, MA, the son of Newman and Kay (Isgur) Bromberg. He married the love of his life and soulmate, Linda G. Hodge; she preceded him in death on January 5, 2009. Michael graduated from Canton High School in Canton, MA. He attended American University in Washington, D.C., earning a bachelors degree in political science and a masters degree in public administration. Michael was an avid Democrat and greatly enjoyed politics. He was also a member of the American University Powerball Crew. Michael was the former President of Benedictine University in Springfield, IL, and prior to that was the Vice President of Ohio Dominican University. While there, he founded The Lead Program which has helped thousands of people earn their degrees. He enjoyed baseball and was a dedicated Boston Red Sox fan. Michael was also preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his children, Angelia (David) Foster of Bryan, OH, Michael (Tiffany) Slusher of Cardington, OH, and Joshua (Heather) Bromberg of Bremen, OH; eleven grandchildren, Shelby, Sidney, Sophie, Sanibelle, Davis, John-Michael, Benjamin, Tanner, Jacob, Linda, and Bently; two great-grandchildren, John-Michael and Jerome-Austin; sister, Ann (John) Ewalt of Annapolis, MD; brother, Stewart (John) Bromberg of Boston, MA; father-in-law, George Hodge of Blanchester, OH; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and other extended family members. Visitation: Family will receive friends from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 4, 2018 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th Street, Springfield. Funeral Ceremony: 10:30 a.m. on Friday, October 5, 2018 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Chatham Memorial Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to National Public Radio, 1111 North Capitol Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002 or American Cancer Society, 675 E. Linton, Springfield, IL 62703.