Tuesday, May 29, 2018

Gloria Jean Folkerth (May 20, 2018)

Gloria Jean Folkerth, 85, of Greenville, passed away on May 20, 2018 at the Brethren’s Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on January 9, 1933 in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Lloyd and Helen (Freeman) Turner.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, Robert N. "Bob" Folkerth, in 1994; her son, Kent Folkerth in 2016; her brother, Jerry Turner; and her sister, Jackie Forrester.

Jean and Bob were married on June 26, 1955. Jean enjoyed sewing and quilting and was a member of the Towne Squares Quilt Club. She enjoyed reading and researching genealogy. She was a member of the Fort Jefferson United Methodist Church and loved basketball. She loved cats and always had a cat in her life. Most of all, Jean loved her family and her grandchildren. She played a very active role in their lives and would rarely miss one of their events.

Jean is survived by her children, Becky (Clif) Lakes of Richmond, Indiana, and Kevin Folkerth of Greenville; her daughter-in-law, Debby Folkerth of Greenville; her grandchildren, Matt (Megan) Folkerth of Milford, Ohio, Christopher Folkerth of Greenville, Nick Lakes of Richmond, Indiana, and Katelyn Lakes of Indianapolis, Indiana; and her great grandchildren, Nolan Folkerth of Milford, Ohio, and Blaklee Lakes of Spencer, Indiana.

A Celebration of Jean’s Life will be held at 11:30 AM on Friday, May 25, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor David Brisker officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson.

The family will receive friends on Friday, from 10 AM until the time of the service at 11:30 AM at the funeral home.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or the Brethren Retirement Community Resident Aid Fund, 750 Chestnut Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Roger L. Kress (May 28, 2018)

Roger L. Kress, 82, of Ansonia, passed away early Monday morning, May 28, 2018, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton.

Roger was born on September 17, 1935 in Pitsburg, Ohio to the late Ira and Pearl (Beaver) Kress.

In addition to his parents, Roger was proceeded in death by, his siblings, Virginia Kress, Gerald Kress, Earla Jean McFall, and Larry Kress.

Roger was a life-long farmer, hard worker and enjoyed working with his hands. He enjoyed gardening and tinkering around with the farm equipment. He was quite the handyman and was always keeping himself busy, either on the farm or at his job. Roger worked at New Idea for 17 years, then moved on to Corning, where he retired after 13 years.

Roger is survived by his by his wife of 55 years, Betty (Hamman) Kress, whom he married on August 4, 1962; his daughter, Tina (Ron) Schoen of Coldwater, Ohio; his sons, Edward Kress of Ansonia, and David Kress of Greenville; his grandchildren, Eddie Kress, Taylor Keaser, Macy Kress, Tyler Kress, Dustin Bollinbaugh, Adam Brocious, Troy Schoen, and Clayton Schoen; three great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Shirley Kinnison of Greenville, and Donna Thompson of Beavercreek, Ohio.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1 PM on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Family and friends will receive guests on Sunday, June 3, 2018, from 6 PM to 8 PM.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to Darke County Cancer Association, 1111 Sweitzer Street, Suite C, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

H. Dean White (May 27, 2018)

H. Dean White, 82, of Greenville, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by family and loved ones, on May 27, 2018.

Dean was born on April 21, 1936, in London, Kentucky, to the late Abbie Gail (Phillips) White. In addition to his mother, Dean was preceded in death by his wife Darlene (Henry) White; sons, Carl White and Greg White; granddaughter, Misha Lyn Pugh; and great granddaughter Brooklyn Grace Long; brothers, William, Lee (Glenna), Junior, Contee (Patti) and Jack (Jan) White; sister Mona (Pat) Wagner; brother-in-law, Bill Randall.

Dean was a loving husband and father that spent many hours boating and camping at Cumberland Lake, London, KY. After living 60 plus years in Ohio he never forgot his roots and was an avid Kentucky Wildcat fan. He worked at Sheller Globe in Union City until the shut down and he retired. He then went back to work for the Greenville City Schools until he could retire again. He came to know Jesus as his Savior late in life when he was led to the Lord by his oldest son Carl while he was in hospice care himself with stage 4 cancer.

Dean is survived by his children, Dean (Ann) White of Greenville, Debi (Dan) Pugh of Butler, Indiana, and Carol (Rodney) Paul of Greenville; daughters-in-law, Anita White of Ft. Wayne, IN and Alaine (Rusty) White-Dunn of Greenville. His grandchildren Joshua (Carolyn) White, Aaron (Kara) White, Sarah White, Ruth White, Brent (Amy) White, Kristen (Jeremy) Long, Jason White, Darren (Danielle) White, Caylie (Kevin) Cappelli, Tsasha Steffen, Ben (Amber) Pugh, Craig (Melanie) Stewart, Corey (Jolene) Stewart, Clint (Ashley) Stewart, Abbie (Matt) Raffel, Kerry (Charlie) Seal, Karmon (Doug) Stewart, and Katie (Jesse) Nealeigh; 37 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary Jo Randall Portland, Indiana; brother, Doug (Nancy) White Mt. Vernon, Kentucky; sister-in-law, Della White Fairfield, Ohio; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10 AM Friday, June 1, 2018 at Lighthouse Christian Center, 5256 Sebring Warner Rd, Greenville, Ohio, 45331, with Pastors Herschel Fee and Eric Fee officiating. Burial will follow in Goshen Cemetery, Richmond, Indiana.

Family and friends may visit Thursday, from 5 PM to 8 PM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, and one hour prior to the service on Friday at the church.

A Lodge of Sorrow conducted by the Greenville Moose will be held at 7:45 PM on Thursday at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, Dean’s family request that memorial contributions be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway St., Greenville, Ohio, 45331 or the Darke County Cancer Association, 1111 Sweitzer St., Suite C, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Thelma M. Horn (May 16, 2018)

Thelma M. Horn, 97 of Greenville, passed away on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at The Village Green in Greenville, Ohio. The Cincinnati Reds lost a lifelong fan on this day.

She was born October 30, 1920 in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Russell and Margaret (Heistand) Brewer. In addition to her parents, Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Noel Horn; her two brothers, five sisters (two died in infancy) and in-laws.

She grew up on a farm in Darke County, Ohio with a loving family during the depression years. She was married to Noel Horn in 1942 before he shipped out overseas during World War II. After the war, they returned to their Darke County home eventually operating an appliance business together for years. Not only business partners but as best friends, they enjoyed years of travel in Europe and extensively in the Western US. They enjoyed spending time with their children and grandchildren, being loving and supportive grandparents.

Thelma was known for her sense of humor, practical jokes and library of family stories, being of sharp mind and wit. She also loved the gatherings with her sisters and brothers, the source of much laughter and stories of a lifetime.

Thelma is survived by her children, Thomas R. (Marilyn) Horn of Sandy, Utah and Nancy Horn of Greenville; her grandchildren, Jon Horn, Matthew Horn, Robert (Sandy) Schinke, and Karl Schinke; her great grandchildren, Ian, Drew, Ellie and Karson; and several nieces and nephews.

Family and Friends may visit on Friday, June 8, 2018 from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus. A Celebration of Life Memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM also at the funeral home with Pastor John Sgro officiating. A private burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Friends of the Greenville Public Library, 520 Sycamore Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Mark A. Parrish (May 27, 2018)

Mark A. Parrish, 59, of West Manchester, passed away on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at his residence.

He was born on February 13, 1959 in Dayton, Ohio to the late John and Mary (Miller) Parrish, Sr.

Mark was preceded in death by his son, Curtis Paul Parrish.

Mark is survived by his wife of 30 years, Susie (Erwin) Parrish of West Manchester, whom he married on May 27, 1988; his grandchildren, Skyler Bergman of Covington, Ohio and Desiree Parrish of Piqua; his siblings, John Parrish, Jr. of Union, Ohio and Gertie Florence of Englewood, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life gathering and dinner will be held from 6 PM until 9 PM on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at the Greenville Moose Lodge, 1200 Sweitzer Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Mary Ann (Powell) Martin (May 27, 2018)

The Angel Gabriel came down this Sunday afternoon, May 27, 2018, to escort Mary Ann (Powell) Martin to her new life above and to reunite her with her parents, her four sisters, and her husband who have all gone before her. She died very peacefully at Hospice Care Center in Greenville. She was 103 years old having been born in Nashville, Washington Twp., Darke Co., OH, on Aug. 28, 1914. She was the daughter of the late Harve Leonard Powell and Leona Mae (Plessinger) Powell of Greenville.

A graduate of GHS Class of 1932 she worked for a short time as a practical nurse at the Greenville Hospital and then at a bank in Columbus, OH. In the mid 1930’s she worked at Brown and Brockmeyer in Dayton and in the late 1930’s for a stock broker in Orlando, FL and later one in Dayton, OH and then for Reynolds & Reynolds. In the early 40’s she worked at WPAFB as did her husband Gene who she married on the 4th of July 1942. She also worked at a war production plant in Dayton before moving to Salinas, CA when her husband was reassigned to Ft. Ord, CA. She returned to Greenville when he was deployed to the South Pacific during the war. In the early 1950’s the family lived in Odessa, TX for a year. On returning to Greenville, Mary started working at Fram Corp., where she continued to work until her retirement. She loved to travel and over the years she went to Europe, Canada, Mexico the South Pacific, the Philippines, Hawaii, the Caribbean Islands, as well as almost all the states and numerous other places.

Mary was the oldest continuous member of the local Greenville Presbyterian Church having become a member in 1928. She was also the oldest continuous member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Greenville VFW Post 7262, having become involved when her husband was working with other veterans in the founding of the Greenville VFW Post after WWII.

She was preceded in death by her four sisters, Mouree G. Powell of Greenville, OH, Mayble P. (Powell) Wiebusch wife of Ralph S. Wiebusch of Greenville, OH, Helen M. (Powell) Webber wife of Joseph P. Webber of Dayton, OH, and Doris A. (Powell) Spencer wife of John Harold Spencer of Dunkirk, IN. Her husband Eugene F. Martin died in 1969. Her Great Aunt was Annie Oakley who died when Mary was 12.

She is survived by her son Richard E. Martin and his wife Jacqueline J. Martin and three Grand Children, Heather L. (Martin) Eckelberry, wife of John Eckelberry, Heidi A. (Martin) Horner, wife of David Horner and Zachary R. Martin, husband of Kaitlyn A. Martin. She has four Great Grand Children, Keelin, Ben, Daisy and Neil. She has a surviving niece, Almeda M. (Spencer) Lowry and a cousin Isabelle (Powell) Hufford.

The family wishes to extend their Sincere Thanks and Blessings, to her caretakers, members of the church, and to her friends and neighbors who have made her retirement years and life so enjoyable. They request that any donations or gifts be made to the Greenville, Presbyterian Church in Mary’s name.

The Viewing will be held at Tribute Funeral Home in Greenville, on June 1, 2018 from 2 p.m. till 4 p.m.

The Rev. John Person will officiate at the Memorial Service starting at 4 p.m.

Interment will follow in the Greenville Cemetery after the service.

Paul "Bill" Mayer (May 26, 2018)

Paul "Bill" Mayer, 72, of Ansonia, passed away on Saturday, May 26, 2018 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana

Paul was born on July 16, 1945 in Dayton, Ohio to the late Arthur and Margaret (Bosee) Mayer.

Paul was a tool maker at D. A. Fitzgerald Company, Inc. for over 40 years. He was a member of the Gettysburg Masonic Lodge #477, Ancient accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton, where he was a 32nd Degree Mason; Antioch Shrine of Dayton; and Darke County Shrine Club. He was also a member of the Greenville Fraternal order of Eagles, and Greenville Amateur Radio Club. He enjoyed fishing and collecting antique fishing equipment, knives and attending various steam engine shows around the area.

Paul is survived by his wife of 44 years, Diane (Mangen) Mayer of Ansonia, whom he married on November 16, 1973; his daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Tyler Fritz of Greenville.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, June 4, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus. Burial will follow in Holy Family Cemetery.

Friends and family may visit on Sunday, June 3, 2018 from 2 PM to 4 PM at the funeral home. A Masonic Lodge of Sorrow will be held at 3:45 PM.

Memorial contributions may be made to Ansonia Rescue, 225 W. Elroy Ansonia Rd, Ansonia, Ohio 45303 or to the Gettysburg Masonic Lodge #477, PO Box 477, Gettysburg, Ohio 45328.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Darla S. Good (May 21, 2018)

Darla S. Good age 75, of Vandalia and formerly of Greenville passed away at 5:30 PM on Monday, May 21, 2018, at Gulf Coast Medical Center in Ft. Myers, Florida.

Darla was born November 17, 1942, in Greenville to the late Richard B. & Bette M. (Goodrich) Hill. In addition to her parents, Darla was also preceded in death by a brother, James Hill.

Darla is survived by her husband of 56 years, Richard K. Good whom she married May 12, 1962; children, R. Kyle & Cheryl L. Good of Hilliard, John D. Good of Oakwood, Elizabeth A. Rooks & fiancé, James G. McNally Jr. of Carlisle, Kenneth A. Good, Pamela S. & David Studebaker of Tipp City and Jennifer S. Lewis & Scott Jackson of Milford; grandchildren, Amanda, Megan, Emily, Aaron, Brandon, Taylor R., Taylor M., Samantha, Rachel, Ben and Matt; 3 great-grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law, R. Steven & Candis J. Hill of Jerome, Michigan; nephew, Theodore S. & Sarah Hill of Groveport; and niece, Jessica J. Harrison of Mason, Michigan.

Darla retired from the former Vandalia Nursing Home with over 20 years of service as a LPN. Darla, along with her husband enjoyed wintering in Florida, spending time at their cottage on Randall Lake in Coldwater, Michigan and traveling.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Thursday, May 31, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Palestine Cemetery in Palestine. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Arthritis Foundation Cincinnati Office 4665 Cornell Rd. Suite 109 Cincinnati, OH 45241. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Joanne (Grow) Sharp (May 26, 2018)

Joanne (Grow) Sharp, 89, passed away on May 26, 2018 at Village Green Health Campus in Greenville.

Joanne was born on April 21, 1929 in Adams Township, Darke County, Ohio, to the late Arthur and Marie (Hole) Grow.

In addition to her parents, Joanne is preceded in death by her husband, Jack Sharp; her daughters, Carolyn Mendenhall and Becky Garland; and her brother, Richard Grow.

Joanne was an active member of St. Paul United Church of Christ. She enjoyed crocheting, cooking and watching the Cincinnati Reds.

Joanne is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Nathan and Karen Sharp of Greenville; her grandchildren and their spouses, Chad and Melissa Anderson, Eric and Kerra Mendenhall, Rachael and Travis Brunk, Ryan Sharp, Katie Sharp, Greg and Amber Garland, and Michelle Garland; her great grandchildren, Kaylee, Carrina, Javin, Miles, Emerson, Cale and Waylon; her brother and sister-in-law, Larry (Judy) Grow of Cape Coral, Florida; her sons-in-law, Gregg Mendenhall of Union City, Ohio and Jeff (Lori) Garland of Muncie, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 1 PM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Pastor Jim Vandermark officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit on Friday, June 1, 2018 from 12 PM until time of services at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to Darke County Cancer Association, 1111 Sweitzer St c, Greenville, OH 45331 or St. Paul United Church of Christ, 129 W 3rd St, Greenville, OH 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Joan Laux (May 26, 2018)

Joan Laux, 79, of Hollansburg, passed away on May 26, 2018 at her residence.

Joan was born on November 19, 1938 in Hollansburg, Ohio, to the late Jesse and Alma (Stephens) Miller.

In addition to her parents, Joan is preceded in death by her husband, William Laux; and her brother, Robert Miller.

Joan enjoyed reading, knitting and crocheting.

Joan is survived by her son, Joseph Laux of Cincinnati; her brother, Richard Miller of Hollansburg; her sister, Frances Myers of Greenville; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, May 30, 2018 at 10:30 AM at Tribute Funeral Homes, New Madison Campus with Pastor Eric Laux officiating. Burial will follow in Hollansburg Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 from 5 PM until 7 PM at Tribute Funeral Homes, New Madison Campus and also from 10 AM until time of services on Wednesday, May, 30, 2018 at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to Darke County Cancer Association, 1111 Sweitzer St c, Greenville, OH 45331 or the Darke County Humane Society, 7053 OH-49, Greenville, OH 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Mary Alice Cox (May 24, 2018)

Mary Alice Cox, 66, of Greenville, passed away on May 24, 2018 at her residence.

She was born on April 26, 1952 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Elmer and Annabelle (Armstrong) Rieman.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her brother, Jerry Rieman.

Mary was employed at Fram for 32 years and was a member of Oakland Church of the Brethren.

She is survived by her husband, Franklin Christopher Cox of Greenville, whom she married September 3, 1982; her children, Michael (Rachel) Cox of San Tan Valley, Arizona, Brian C. Cox of Greenville, and Jacqueline N. (Levi) King of Gettysburg; 6 grandchildren; her siblings, Gene (Marie) Rieman of Rossburg, Tom (Janet) Rieman of Ansonia and Joe (Shirley) Rieman of Rossburg; 25 nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life Memorial service will be held at 5:30 PM on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 at Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd, Bradford, Ohio 45308, with Pastor John Sgro officiating.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, from 4:30 PM until time of services at the church.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio-Harris Creek Rd, Bradford, Ohio 45308 or to The Arthritis Foundation National Office,1355 Peachtree St NE, Suite 600, Atlanta, Georgia 30309.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Caryl Ray (Haney) Spencer (May 23, 2018)

Caryl Ray (Haney) Spencer, 83, of Glasgow, Kentucky and formerly of New Paris, Ohio, went home to be with Jesus on May 23, 2018.

She was born on August 27, 1934 in White Oak, Kentucky, to the late Herman Haney and Ruby (Lykins) Kimbrel and James Kimbrel, whom Ruby wed after Herman was killed in a coal mining accident and raised Caryl as his own.

In addition to her parents, Caryl was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband, Lee R. Spencer, as well as her second love, James Cook.

Caryl was a 1952 graduate of West Liberty High School. She moved to Dayton, Ohio, where she began her career as a beautician and met her love Lee, and started their own family. She was active in many organizations including the American Legion Axillary and the Eastern Star.

She is survived by her daughter, Barbara (Spencer) Ellis of Glasgow, Kentucky; brother, Wayne Kimbrel of Maryland; her grandchildren, Tom (Erynn) Ellis of Russell Springs, Kentucky, and Sarah Ellis Keiderling of Glasgow, Kentucky; her great grandsons, Declan, and Ceely; and many nieces, nephews and cousins, as well as an endless list of adopted kids and grandkids along the way that are considered family.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 12 PM on Saturday, June 2, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, New Madison Campus. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, June 2, 2018 from 10 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Stephen B. Eubank (May 22, 2018)

Stephen B. Eubank age 79, of Greenville passed away at 11:20 AM on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Covington Care Center.

Stephen was born February 7, 1939, in Darke County to the late Merlie (Wilt) Eubank. In addition to his mother, Stephen was also preceded in death by his sister, Mary Boyd; and brothers-in-law, Richard Fletcher and George Boyd.

Stephen is survived by his daughters & son-in-law, Rhonda Kuhbander of Arcanum and Jayne & Ben Flatter of Greenville; grandchildren, Nick Kuhbander, Sara & Tyler Baker, Dustin Flatter, Jeremiah Flatter and Malachi & Brooklyn Flatter; 2 great-grandchildren; sister, Charlotte Fletcher of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Stephen retired in 1999 from the Darke County Highway Department with over 25 years of service. He enjoyed car shows, races, flea markets and swap meets.

A funeral service will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday, May 25, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Amber Michelle Berning (May 17, 2018)

Amber Michelle Berning age 32, of Greenville passed away at 11:25 PM on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Amber was born June 30, 1985, in Dayton.

Amber is survived by her parents, Dale & Vicki Berning of Greenville; sisters, Chelsea, Ashleigh and Caitlynne; and paternal grandparents, Bernard & Irene Berning of Versailles.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 PM on Saturday, May 26, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Gary Oser officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Wayne Industries in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Tuesday, May 22, 2018

Denis L Subler (May 20, 2018)

Denis L Subler age 78, of Versailles passed away at 11:54 PM on Sunday, May 20, 2018, at Village Green Nursing Home in Greenville.

Denny was born June 10, 1939, in Frenchtown, Ohio to the late Pauline (Barga) and Carl J Subler. In addition to his parents, Denny was also preceded in death by a brother, Steve Subler; brothers-in-law, Hal Richters and David Baron; and a nephew, Curt Subler.

Denny is survived by his wife, Nancy A Subler; daughters, Rachel (Eric) Wolfe and Ann-Marie (Doug) Kurtz; son, Fr. Carl Subler; grandchildren, Nicole & Noah Kurtz and Olson & Andrew Wolfe; brothers, Tom (Nancy) Subler & Mark (Jolene) Subler; sisters, Marilyn Richters, Kay (Darryl) Sandri & Linda (Chuck) Borchers; sisters-in-law, Charlene Subler, Devone Baron and Linda (Bucky) Gonya; step-mother, Krista Subler-Boellke; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Denny graduated from Versailles High School in 1957 then enlisted in the US Marine Corp. Following the Marines, he drove a truck for Carl Subler Trucking (CSTI). In 1964 he moved to the great state of Maine to run the CSTI terminal there. He met Nancy Davis and they were married on August 30, 1969. In 1978 he brought his family back to Versailles where he continued working in the trucking business, both for CSTI and later himself. In the early 90’s he changed direction and began selling Long Term Care Insurance. His success as a salesman enabled him to travel the world with Nancy and they enjoyed many trips to Europe and Asia. He never really retired but did slow down enough to have time to spend with his grandchildren and develop his motorcycle hobby. He loved to ride and managed to put thousands of miles on three different motorcycles driving them across the country, from Seattle to the East coast and up through Maine. He was contemplating a trip to Alaska when he was diagnosed with a glioblastoma last fall.

Special thanks to the staff at the James Cancer Hospital in Columbus OH; the staff of Village Green Nursing Home in Greenville for their excellent care; and especially to Lillian Bruns and her family for the extraordinary support and help they gave the family during Denny’s treatment in Columbus and afterwards. Words cannot express how thankful we are for your friendship and selflessness.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Friday, May 25, 2018, at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Carl Subler celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles with full Military Honors conducted by the Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard and U.S. Marine Corps Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Friday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Monday, May 21, 2018

Wanda Marie (Tester) Brandon (May 18, 2018)

Wanda Marie (Tester) Brandon, 86 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Friday May 18, 2018 at 5:01 PM at The Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville, Ohio. She was born September 13, 1931 in New Weston, Ohio the daughter of the late Clyde Thomas & Velma (Briner) Tester.

She worked as the Secretary at Versailles Middle School for 25 years; she was a member of the Eastern Star; and was a Girl Scout Leader.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Charles Brandon; her son: Tommy Brandon; her brother: Clyde Tester Jr.; her brothers in law: Riley and Kenneth Brandon.

She is survived by her daughter and son in law: Nickola & Harold Maccubbin of Defiance, Ohio; daughter in law: Rita Brandon; grandchildren: Mindy Brandon, Shawn Brandon, Sarah Adkins, Christopher Maccubbin, Josh Brandon, & Jeff Brandon; 11 great grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; sister: Joyce Gels of California; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday May 22, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Paula Uhlrich officiating. Family will receive friends from 12:00 PM until 3:00 PM on Tuesday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Versailles Vets Club, the Brethren Retirement Community or State of the Heart Care.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

June "Esther" Newman (May 17, 2018)

June "Esther" Newman, 88, of Greenville, and formerly of New Madison, passed away on May 17, 2018 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana.

She was born on June 11, 1929 in Brookville, Ohio, the daughter of the late William and Thelma (Good) Baker.

In addition to her parents, Esther was preceded in death by her husband, Kyle "Buddy" Newman; her daughter, Barbara Ann Newman; her brothers, Donald Baker and Paul Baker.

Esther was 1947 graduate of New Madison High School. She was an active member in her church, was an advisor for the Butler Boosters 4-H Club for numerous years, and was a volunteer for the RSVP Services in Greenville. She enjoyed quilting, knitting, sewing, crocheting and made countless decorated cakes for all occasions.

She is survived by her children Sharon Kay (Tom) Wilson of Greenville, K. Jean (Paul) Christian of Marietta, Georgia, and Duane E. (Joni) Newman of Greenville; her grandchildren, Julie (Dennis) Ritchie, Brenda (Ryan) Clemens, Brian Elleman, Robin (Jeremy) Morse, Donovan (Shelly) Christian, Jaime (Donnie) Julian, Justin Bronnenberg and Joshua (Katie) Bronnenberg; her great-grandchildren, Matthew Ritchie, Brandon Clemens, Lauren Clemens, Stephen Morse, Sarah Morse, Caleb Christian, Luke Christian, and Neave Bronnenberg; her siblings, David (Jean) Baker of California, Clarence (Belva) Baker, of Eldorado, J. Franklin (Sarah) Baker of Greenville, Kenneth (Janet) Baker of New Madison, Catherine Miltenberger of Greenville, and Phyllis (Marion) Clapp of New Madison; her sister-in-law, Virginia Baker of West Manchester, Ohio; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor Ronald Sherck officiating. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus from 5 PM until 8 PM.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Thursday, May 17, 2018

Jeanenne B. Zierer (May 16, 2018)

Jeanenne B. Zierer, age 85 of Greenville, Ohio for the past 12 years and formerly of the Muncie and Anderson, Indiana area passed away on Wednesday May 16, 2018 at 5:05 AM at State of the Heart Care Center, Greenville, Ohio.. Jeanenne was born May 12, 1933 in Portland, Indiana and the daughter of the late Edward Watson and Elizabeth Norine (Kepler) Baird.

She retired from General Motors in 1991 having worked in the offices of Muncie Battery Plant and Anderson Indiana Delco-Remy plants for 28 ½ years.

A Muncie Burris 1950 High School graduate, she attended Ball State College and was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority. Her life with family was spent primarily in the Anderson, Indiana area. In addition to her parents, her son Edward (Eddie) Milton Replogle died in 1979. Also her only sister, Jacqueline of Muncie, died in 2015.

Jeanenne appreciated and enjoyed her friends and was helped through the years in the caring and support they conveyed.

She attended the Trinity Wesleyan Church of Greenville and their Women’s Bible Study.

She is survived by her children Nancy Replogle (Trevor) Smith of Metro Detroit, MI, Elizabeth “Beth” Replogle of Metro Detroit, MI and Robert Charles “Chuck” (Donna) Replogle of Spokane, Washington; their families and children.

Graveside Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 PM on Friday May 18, 2018 in the Westlawn Cemetery Geneva, Indiana with Pastor Rick Kavanaugh officiating. There will be no visitation.

It is the wishes of Jeanenne that Memorial Contributions be given to the Trinity Wesleyan Church of Greenville or the Hospice of Miami County Ohio.

Funeral arrangements by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Tuesday, May 15, 2018

Mary Jane Whittaker (May 14, 2018)

Mary Jane Whittaker, 83 of Vandalia, Ohio passed away on Monday May 14, 2018 at 6:45 AM at Hearth and Home, Vandalia, Ohio. She was born December 26, 1934 in Richmond, Indiana the daughter of the late George & Gertrude “Gerty” Emmons.

She worked as a Secretary retiring from NCR, she also worked for numerous school districts. She was a member of the Ladies of the Moose, Greenville, Ohio and the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, Greenville, Ohio.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Duane E. Whittaker; brothers: Clarence Emmons, John Emmons, George Emmons.

She is survived by her children: Cynthia & Dick Brabant of Vandalia, Ohio, Steven & Donna Whittaker of Dumfries, VA, Regina Warren of Terra Haute, Indiana; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother: Dwight Emmons of Greenville; numerous nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Friday May 18, 2018 at 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Dr. Fred Bernhard officiating. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM on Friday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Heartland Hospice.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Clifford Wayne Fritz (May 12, 2018)

Clifford Wayne Fritz was born on August 9, 1936, in Versailles, Ohio to the late David & Clara Fritz. He was called home on May 12, 2018, at his residence in Bradford, Ohio while surrounded by his family.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He is survived by his wife and best friend of 62 years, Frances Marie Lavey; his son, Douglas Fritz (Angela); daughters, Deanna Hulsman (Rev. Thomas Hulsman), Denise Weber (Michael), Donita Hopkins (Larry) and Dixie McCord (Stephen).

Cliff is survived by 14 grandchildren, Shannon Fritz, Amber (Fritz) Martin, April Fritz, Hope (Hulsman) Lee, Heidi (Poling) Massingale, Justin Huddleston, Elaine (Huddleston) Miller, Erik Poling, Lindsay (Detro) Stumbo, Nathan Hulsman, Kaili (Huddleston) Garlinger, Jared Detro, Jason Huddleston and Meghan (Detro) Kenworthy; thirty-one great grandchildren; and siblings, David Clarence Fritz (Barbara) of Greenville, Rita Mae Fritz of Greenville and Carol Marlene Fritz of Piqua.

In addition to his parents, Clifford was also preceded in death by his siblings, Loretta, Edwin, Walter, John, Annabelle, Lloyd, Donald and Robert.

He was also a farmer, a carpenter and lived his life investing in young people as church Sunday School Superintendent, Sunday school bus driver, and at the Michael’s Home in Greenville and Clear Creek Farm in Sidney.

Cliff was a neighbor to all and knew how to make everyone smile and laugh by his jokes and his deep laughter.

Most of all, he was a man who served God with all of his heart. Before he did anything, he prayed. He sought first the kingdom of God above all, and everywhere he went, he made sure to talk about Jesus.

A celebration of life service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at Solid Rock Apostolic Church 8991 US 36 Bradford, OH 45308 with Pastor Matthew O’Shell and Rev. Thomas Hulsman officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Irene Herron (May 13, 2018)

Irene Herron, 97, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on May 13, 2018 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

She was born on May 31, 1920 in Mercer County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Frederick and Wilamenia (Emerick) Schott.

In addition to her parents, Irene was preceded in death by her husband, James Dale Herron, Sr; her daughter, Lea Huntwork; her son, John Herron; and nine brothers and sisters.

Irene retired from Fram after 33 years of service. She was a charter member of the Coldwater Eagles and belonged to the Celina American Legion and Celina Moose. She and Jim enjoyed spending time together. They would go square dancing, bowling and loved to travel. Irene was an amazing cook, enjoyed tending to her vegetable garden and canning. In her later years, she enjoyed playing bingo with friends and family.

She is survived by her sons, James D. (Karen) Herron of Worthington, Ohio, Robert E. (Donna) Herron of Greenville; her daughter-in-law Bonnie Herron of Greenville, Ohio; six grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; her brother, Dale Schott of Fort Wayne, Indiana; and countless nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 12 PM on Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Rev. Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 11 AM until the time of service at 12 PM at the funeral home.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or the Brethren Retirement Community Resident Aid Fund, 750 Chestnut Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

James R. “Vern” Rinderle (May 12, 2018)

James R. “Vern” Rinderle age 55, passed away at 3:16 PM on Saturday, May 12, 2018, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville.

James was born August 1, 1962, in Coldwater to Virginia Mae (Marchal) Rinderle of Versailles and the late James D. “Beaver” Rinderle.

In addition to his mother, James is survived by his daughter & son-in-law, Chassity & Ryan Holscher of Greenville; brothers & sister, Francis & Rita Rinderle of Willowdell, Mick & Beck Rinderle of Greenville, Kenny Rinderle of Mountain Lake, Minnesota, Jenny Lou & George Kuether of Willowdell and Chris Rinderle of Gettysburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.

James graduated in 1981 from Ansonia High School. He formerly worked at Wagner Paving in Laura for 20 years. He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles. James loved racing sprint cars and go-karts. He loved spending time at Eldora Speedway; loved shooting pool, fishing and spending his time outdoors working on anything he could get his hands on.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 17, 2018, at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Jim Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Thursday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Mary Jane “Janie” Huber (May 11, 2018)

Mary Jane “Janie” Huber, 72 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Friday May 11, 2018 at 5:49 AM at the Versailles Health Care Center, Versailles, Ohio. She was born June 30, 1945 in Sidney, Ohio the daughter of the late Aloys H. & Mary Margaret (Hole) Hoelscher.

She was a graduate of Fort Loramie High School; she earned a Bachelor of Arts/Education from Bowling Green University; and earned a Master’s Degree from Wright State University.

She worked at Versailles Elementary School primarily as a 4th grade teacher. Over the years, she had many special friends on the school staff. After retiring in 2000, she also worked as a substitute teacher. She was a co-owner with her husband of C & J Café from 1978-1983.

She was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church; member of Ft. Loramie Catholic Ladies of Columbia; She loved golf with Louis, family and friends at Stillwater Golf Course and other planned outings; She formerly was the Secretary for the Versailles Poultry Days Committee; she was a member of many local clubs since retirement and making new friends in these various groups; she loved following her two granddaughters’ sports and musical programs; especially important were the musical programs of the Versailles High School Band (marching & concert).

She is preceded in death by her parents; sister: Susan A. Hoying; in laws: Eleanor & Virgil Schoenlein, Rita & Melvin Stammen, Norbert Huber, Dolores & Lavern Rindler, Herbert & Dorothy Huber, Ruth & Carl Stammen, Dorothy & Othor Barga, Elmer Siefring, Anthony Feltz, & Frank Huber.

She is survived by her husband: Louis Huber of Versailles whom she married November 26, 1966; her daughter & son in law: Melinda & Eric Barlage of Versailles; grandchildren: Morgan & Jada Barlage; in laws:
Joseph Hoying of North Carolina, Paul & Barbara Huber of North Star, Mildred Siefring of Coldwater, Elizabeth “Betty” Feltz of St. Henry, Diana Huber of New Weston; numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces & great nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday May 16, 2018 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church, 14 E. Wood Street, Versailles, Ohio with Rev. Fr. Jim Simons Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday May 15, 2018 and from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on Wednesday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Versailles Music Boosters or State of the Heart Care.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Friday, May 11, 2018

Gary Leon “Ziff” Arnold (May 7, 2018)

Gary Leon “Ziff” Arnold age 62, of West Milton passed away at 1:15 PM on Monday, May 7, 2018, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton.

Gary was born July 15, 1955, in Greenville to the late Richard & Phyllis (Dickey) Arnold.

Gary is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Derek & Cristal Arnold of Phillipsburg; daughter & son-in-law, Sunny & Andreas Koomson of Tawas City, Michigan; grandchildren, Jenason, Jelani, Amani and AJ Koomson; brother & sister-in-law, Marion & Judy Arnold of Greenville; sisters & brothers-in-law, Diana & Ted Ross of Orlando, Florida and Linda & Barry Blanton of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Gary was formerly worked at Corning in Greenville where he was a machinist.

A private memorial service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Harold Victor French (May 7, 2018)

Harold Victor French, 98 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Monday May 7, 2018 at 11:30 PM at the Brethren Retirement Community. He was born November 26, 1919 in Butler Twp., Darke County, Ohio the son of the late Hershel French & Cora (Emrick) French Miller. He was a farmer and also worked at Producers Stockyard. He was a member of EUM Church; he loved playing cards, shuffleboard and traveling and enjoyed life.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife: Lois Eileen French; his daughter: Deborah Jo Jackson; his son: Victor French; his sister: June Bowman; and his brother: Scott French.

He is survived by his son & daughter in law: Steve & Nina French of Greenville; 6 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; 7 great great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at Otterbein Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brethren Retirement Community Resident Aid Fund or State of the Heart Care.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Erma Jean Cloyd (May 5, 2018)

Erma Jean Cloyd age 85, of Greenville passed away at 11:20 PM on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Oakley House in Greenville.

Jean was born February 17, 1933, in Randolph County, Indiana to the late Donald E. & Margaret L. (Cook) Snyder. In addition to her parents, Jean was also preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Rusch-Courtright.

Jean is survived by her children, Edward Cloyd & Pamela Hammons of New Madison and Margie & Jim McLear of Greenville; and grandchildren, Shellie Shaw, James Board, Dexter Housman and Darci Housman.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, May 11, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Gary Cloyd officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Marilyn S. Schilling (May 5, 2018)

Marilyn S. Schilling, 80 of Palestine, Ohio passed away on Saturday May 5, 2018 at 3:45 PM at State of the Heart Care Center, Greenville, Ohio. She was born June 9, 1937 in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of the late Glenn & Louise (Teaford) Hiatt. She retired from B.F. Goodrich in 1997. She was a member Palestine Church of Christ.

She is proceeded in death by her parents; and her son: Kenneth Schilling.

She is survived by her children: Douglas Schilling of Troy, Ohio, Don Schilling of Dallas, Texas, Donna Schilling of Palestine, Ohio, Sue Anne Schilling of Savannah, Georgia; 9 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; siblings: Dick Hiatt of Palestine, Patt Hiatt of Palestine, Bert Hiatt of Palestine; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Friday May 11, 2018 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Mike Simmons and Deacon Alan Ayette officiating. Burial will follow in Palestine Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Thursday May 10, 2018 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Palestine Church of Christ.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Mark A. Giesseman (May 2, 2018)

Mark A. Giesseman age 65, of Greenville passed away at 5:43 AM on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at Kindred Hospital in Dayton.

Mark was born June 5, 1952, in Piqua to the late Willard F. & Betty L. (Snyder) Giesseman. In addition to his parent, Mark was also preceded in death by his wife, Rebecca “Becky” (Birt) Giesseman on November 26, 2003 whom he married October 22, 1990; and sister-in-law, Eugenia “Jeannie” Giesseman.

Mark is survived by his brothers & sisters-in-law, Randall & Mary Giesseman of Troy, Scott Giesseman of Greenville, Craig & Shelly Giesseman of Greenville, Michigan and Alan & Debbie Giesseman of Piqua; nephews, Duane Giesseman of Greenville serving with the 82nd Airborne Division of the US Army, Jeremy Giesseman of Greenville, Adam Giesseman of Troy and Kyle Giesseman of Troy; nieces, Brandi Giesseman of Greenville, Michigan and Carly Giesseman of Greenville, Michigan; great-niece, Madaline Walker; and great-nephews, Mason Walker and Jaxson Bradock.

Mark formerly worked for FedEx in Vandalia and Greenville City Police Department.

A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in Greenville Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

John Stull Powell (May 6, 2018)

John Stull Powell, age 87, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on May 6, 2018 at Suites of Walnut Creek, Dayton, Ohio. John was born August 29, 1930 in Greenville, Ohio, son of Reuben and Lydia Virginia (Krickenberger) Powell.

He graduated from Greenville High School in 1948. He attended Wittenberg University, then served honorably, in the U.S. Navy 1948-1952. John married Jeanne Evelyn (Keever) February 14, 1953 and they recently celebrated 65 years of marriage. He retired from the U.S. Postal Service in 1987. John was a member of the Darke County Shrine Club, Greenville Masonic Lodge 143 and the Scottish Rite Valley of Dayton. He was preceded in death by half- brother Charles who died at age 24 in a military plane accident and dear friends Dean Munn, Jack Seiler, Robert Forney, Don Wood and Lowell Arnold. John is survived by his loving wife, Jeanne, daughter and son in law Dana Kathleen and Tedd Boomershine of Kettering, Ohio, son and son in law John Steven Powell and Doug Wunsch of Columbus, Ohio, half-brother Donald ( Elsie) Powell, step sister Gloria (William) Boltin, nieces and nephews and very dear and special friends Judy Munn. A special thank you and recognition of all the wonderful caregivers throughout John’s illness include Brethren Home, Comprehensive Health, Hospice and Suites of Walnut Creek.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday May 10, 2018 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 1:00 PM until time of the services in the funeral home. A Masonic Memorial Service will be held on Thursday at 2:00 PM by the Greenville Masonic Lodge and Military Honors will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Parkinson’s Association, Alzheimer’s Association, Hospice of Miami Valley or a charity

Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Eugene M. Cloyd (May 4, 2018)

Eugene M. Cloyd
January 27, 1932 – May 4, 2018
Age 86

This is the story of Eugene M. Cloyd. Gene was a wonderful father that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. Our “Dad” as he liked to be called by his children and his wife, Dot, was an amazing husband, father, son, dedicated servant of God, and man of many talents and hobbies.

Gene’s story starts on January 27th, 1932, the oldest child to Reba and Norman Cloyd. Merle Eugene "Gene" Cloyd was born in Winchester, Indiana. Gene attended Palestine Schools and loved working on the family farm with his brothers Norman Jr., Robert, and Jerry. While attending school in Palestine, Gene met the love of his life for the next 67 years, Dorothy (Bevins) Cloyd. They started their family home in Hollansburg, Ohio and as the family grew, Gene purchased land on a farm on US Route 36 West of Greenville and built a beautiful house with barns for what would become the family homestead. At this location, Gene continued to farm and run his personal business for 43 years called Cloyd, Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning.

Gene was known for his farming and plumbing business, but his greatest blessing was his 7 children and their spouses: Linda (Wilbert) Raby, Janet (Mark) Ashworth, Gary (Jane) Cloyd, Darlene (Dale) Ary, Ron (Lisa) Cloyd, Janene (Corey) Pearson, and Janel (Mark) Baker. They also have enjoyed many family gatherings and time spent with their 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Reba (Hollingsworth) and Norman, in-law’s Cora (Sleppy) and Roy Bevins and son-in-law, Corey Pearson. Gene's favorite day of the week was Sunday when he could enjoy time with family, cook-outs and home-made ice-cream.

Sunday's were always spent at Beech Grove Church of the Brethren in Hollansburg, Ohio where Gene was a member and dedicated servant to His Lord and Savior. At Beech Grove, Gene was a deacon, church board member, led many committees, taught Sunday School, sang in the choir and in a gospel quartet. Gene was involved in outreach ministries including Lay-Witness Missions and enjoyed reading his Bible and teaching. Gene was president of the Darke County Weekday Religious Education program for 40 years. Gene loved people and lived each day sharing some funny story or making us laugh. He enjoyed fishing, hunting mushrooms, picking raspberries, coaching little league baseball, playing church dart-ball and following the Tri-Village Patriots and Cincinnati Reds. He finished life well at the Brethren Retirement Community and made us all so proud of his Godly life and legacy he left us.

Time for visitation and celebration will be on Tuesday, May 8th from 5-8 PM at Zechar Baily Funeral Home on N. Broadway in Greenville, Ohio. The funeral will be at the Beech Grove Church of the Brethren located at 3420 Harrison Road Hollansburg, Ohio on Wednesday, May 9th at 10:00AM with visitation one hour prior to the service. Officiating pastors will be Gary Cloyd and Jeremy Ashworth. Memorial gifts may be given to Beech Grove Church of the Brethren or the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. Family members would like to thank the BRC Staff, Hospice Staff and the many friends and families that have supported us through Gene’s journey.

Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.

Karl Kent Coppock (May 3, 2018)

Karl Kent Coppock, age 69 of Arcanum, Ohio passed away at 8:24 PM Thursday May 3, 2018 at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Kent was born October 30, 1948 in Greenville and the son of the late J.C. and Cristal (Wion) Coppock.

Kent retired in 2015 from the Wayne Division of Smith Dairy in Richmond, Indiana and was a veteran of the Vietnam War serving from December 1966 until December 1969 in the U.S. Army. Kent enjoyed spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Frances Shank.

Kent is survived by his wife Karen S. (Hetzler) Coppock of Arcanum. They were married December 8, 1968. Also daughters Michelle (Bryce) Shaffer of Kewanna, Indiana, Jaclyn Bailey and fiancé Stacy Phillips of Connersville, Indiana and Christina (Eric) Hester of Greenville; grandchildren Malici Shaffer, Kent Shaffer, Hunter Shaffer, Deirdre Bailey, Charlie Bailey, Shalya Phillips, Jacob Cain, Levi Cain, Carolynn Bruce, Christopher Hester and Charles Hester; great grandchildren Rozalin Lewis, Boston Bruce, Paisley Bruce and Theo Bruce; brother Wayne (Mary) Coppock of Greenville; sister Melinda Shahan of Brighton, Michigan as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Tuesday May 8, 2018 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 1:00 PM until time of the services in the funeral home. The Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard will conduct Military Honors at the Abbottsville Cemetery.

Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.















Friday, May 4, 2018

Betty June Whittaker (May 1, 2018)

Betty June Whittaker, 77, of New Madison and formerly of Arcanum, passed peacefully away on May 1, 2018 peacefully surrounded by her family.

She was born on October 29, 1940 in New Madison, Ohio, the daughter of the late Lowell and Maxine (Higgs) Emrick.

Betty was a 1958 graduate of New Madison High School. She and her husband raised their family in Arcanum, where she was very involved with various school and community activities with her children. She was a member of Abbottsville United Methodist Church, where she was active in various leadership roles. She owned B-J Ceramics in Arcanum for 30 years. She made cross-stitch artwork and loved to enter them in the Darke County Fair, winning numerous ribbons for her talent. Betty had a massive stuffed bear collection, and her wish was to have them donated to various charities for children.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Roger Whittaker of New Madison, whom she married on October 7, 1962 at the New Madison United Methodist Church; her daughters, Annette (Doug) Pepple of Greenville, Karen (Bill Walter) Whittaker of Dayton, Ohio; her twin sons, Jerry (Susan) Whittaker of Greenville, and Larry (Stephanie) Whittaker of Douglasville, Georgia; her grandchildren, Nathan (Shelby Netts) Pepple, David Pepple, Maggie (Anna) Pepple, Billy (Tammy) Floyd, Angela Floyd, Elizabeth Whittaker; her great granddaughter, Sara Weyant; and many loving extended family and friends who will miss her dearly.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Monday, May 7, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, New Madison Campus, with Pastor Eric Fee officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenmound Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, May 6, 2018 from 2 PM to 4 PM at the funeral home.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45346 or to James Cancer Center, 460 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

James D. Blankenship (May 1, 2018)

James D. Blankenship age 85, of Greenville passed away at 10:43 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at his residence.

James was born January 31, 1933, in Springfield to the late Lonnie D. & Myrtle Marie (Nichols) Blankenship. In addition to his parents, James was also preceded in death by his 1st wife, Barbara E. (Brock) Blankenship; and brother, Dale Blankenship.

James is survived by wife, Esther L. Blankenship; sons & daughter-in-law, Robert Blankenship of Florida and Ronald & Kea Blankenship of Union; daughter, Kathy Toops of Portsmouth; step-sons & step-daughters-in-law, Dan & Linda Reeser of Greenville and Melvin & Debbie Reeser of Greenville; grandchildren, Angie Toops, Ben & April Blankenship, Scott Blankenship & Jamie Helton, Naomi Bohm, Jessica Johnson, Josh Blankenship, Jared Blankenship, Jason & Ruth Reeser, Mike & Tracy Hardy, Brian & Lacie Reeser, Nathan Reeser, Sarah & Trent Hiestand and Phil & Michelle Reeser; 17 great-grandchildren; brother & sister-in-law, Michael & Peggy Blankenship of Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

James retired from McCall’s-Dayton Press in Dayton. He attended Faith Baptist Church in Greenville.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, May 5, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Bill Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery in Darke County. The family will receive friends from 11:00 to 1:00 PM on Saturday. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project PO Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Lucy E. Wolfe (April 25, 2018)

Lucy E. Wolfe age 102, of Greenville passed away at 4:32 PM on Wednesday, April 25, 2018, at her residence.

Lucy was born August 6, 1915, in Darke County to the late Russell & Dana (Myers) Floyd. In addition to her parents, Lucy was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles “Ed” Wolfe on March 1, 1994, whom she married March 12, 1938; grandson, David A. Wolfe; and a brother, James Floyd.

Lucy is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Tim & Evelyn Wolfe of Greenville; daughter & son-in-law, Rebecca & Gary Faircloth of Greenville; grandchildren, Marla Wolfe, Aaron & Amanda Wolfe, Ben & Amanda Frietsch, Sarah & Aaron Frietsch-Simowitz, Elizabeth Collings, Dennis & Markita Faircloth and Freddie & Lisa Whetstone; 21 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; sister, Betty George of Hamilton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Lucy was a 1932 graduate of Gettysburg High School. Lucy retired from Merkle Pharmacy in Dayton with over 20 years of service. Lucy volunteered a lot of her time to State of the Heart Care, St. Jude Hospice in Florida, Wayne HealthCare Auxiliary and several others. Lucy was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Greenville, a co-member of First Presbyterian Church of Titusville, Florida and the Englewood Chapter No 563, Order of Eastern Star.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, May 6, 2018, at the First Presbyterian Church 114 East 4th St. Greenville with Rev. Dr. John Person officiating. Burial will follow in Gettysburg Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville and Sunday from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the church. An Order of Eastern Star Memorial Service will be held at 6:45 PM on Saturday at funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or Darke County Chapter of the American Red Cross. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Robert Elmer Rader (April 29, 2018)

Robert Elmer Rader age 60 passed away on Sunday April 29 in Sidney Ohio at his home.

Formerly from Greenville Ohio. He was born January 23 1958 in Cincinnati Ohio to Elmer and Barbara Rader and one sister Sandy & (Jerry) Snyder three brothers Jack & (Cheryl) Rader, Steve Rader and Joe Rader.

A celebration of life will be held at the American Legion at 2pm to 5pm Sunday May 6 at 242 Fayette St. New Madison Ohio.

Robert is survived by significant other Mary (Tiny) Sanders. Two sons Shannon & (Sherrie) Rader and Robert& (Michelle) Barton. Additional family Brad and Teara Hummel. Four grandchildren Chester Rader of Greenville Ohio and Christian, Haylie, Alexander Barton of Richmond Indiana. In addition to Mary (Tiny) Sanders family Robert is also survived by Chastity, Angie and Tracy.

Shannon Rader and Robert Barton are asking for donations to help with the memorial. Either send to Shannon Rader at 5290 Hogpath Rd. Greenville Ohio 45331 or bring to the celebration of life service on Sunday May 6 at the American Legion. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Deborah “Debbie” (Tittle) Hemmerich (April, 27, 2018)

Deborah “Debbie” (Tittle) Hemmerich, 62, of Bradford, OH ran into the loving arms of her Savior, Jesus on April, 27, 2018. In the end, she was surrounded by the love and prayers of her close family and friends. She passed away from complications with a brain tumor that she has been fighting for over 18 years. We will always remember her as a witty, loving, amazing woman who dedicated her life to Jesus’s mission by taking care of those around her and reaching out to those who needed more love and light in their lives. She was so many things to so many people: wife, mom, grandma, sister, daughter, aunt, friend, prayer warrior, coworker, nurse, mentor, teacher, flower arranger, singer, pianist, seamstress, baker, athlete; the list goes on and on! After her tumor took many of her identities away, she adjusted and made the most of her extra 18 years by making memories, filling her days with family and love, and praising her Lord for His healing and unfailing love.

She is proceeded in death by her granddaughter, Adele Hemmerich; her mother, Mary Tittle; her father- and mother-in-law, Doyle and Naomi Hemmerich; and her brother-in-law, Terry Butters.

She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Theodore “Ted” Hemmerich; her father, Richard Tittle of Miamisburg, OH; her son, Jacob (Angela) Hemmerich and grandchildren, Sofiya, Sebastian, and Brystol of Mishawaka, IN; her daughter, Natalie (Alexia) Hemmerich and grandchild, Calliope of Saint Paul, MN; her sisters, Pam Butters and Cynthia (Brad) Smith; her brother-in-law, Michael (Julie) Hemmerich; her sister-in-law, Judith “Jane” (Bruce) Kaiser; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, dear friends that are family, and her Church Family at Pleasant View Missionary Church.

Services will be held on Friday May 4, 2018 at 2:00 PM at Pleasant View Missionary Church, 5231 Gettysburg Pitsburg Road, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Allen Sudmann officiating. Burial will follow in Gettysburg Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Thursday May 3, 2018 at Pleasant View Missionary Church and also 1 hour prior to services on Friday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Make a Wish; Compassion International; or Pleasant View Tree Memorial

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Donald R. Horner (April 26, 2018)

Donald R. Horner, Greenville, Ohio, age 84, passed away April 26, 2018 at his residence. Don was born April 14, 1934 in Darke County to the late Ray and Ethel (Barga) Horner.

In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by grandson Ryan Riffle, brother Kenneth Horner, and half-brother Richard Horner, as well as other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Don graduated from Gettysburg High School, Class of 1952. He married and is survived by his wife of 65 years, Pauline (Koeller) Horner, October 8, 1952. He worked for Greenville City Schools for 23 years, Greenville Country Club, and retired from Greif, Inc., Greenville after 15 years.

Don was a lifetime member of the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 329, Fraternal Order of Eagles 2177, served as Vice President of the former American Federation of Musicians Local 599, and a current member of the Lions Club of Greenville. He served as a past president of the Gettysburg Alumni Association, and with others formed the committee to erect the monument at the former Gettysburg School. With his lifelong love of music, he formed “Don’s Rhythmaires” and performed locally from 1959-1971, and went on for many years performing with several other area groups.

Don is survived by daughters Connie (David) Kaplan and Carol (Doug) Riffle, granddaughter Lisa (Denny) Moore, and great granddaughters Peyton, Gracelyn and Alyssa Moore.

Also, brother Jack (Gloria) Horner, sisters Jean (Dave) Mogle, Linda (Roger) Best, sisters-in-law Phyllis Horner, Beverly McDade, Marjorie Schultz, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Zechar-Bailey Funeral Home Greenville with visitation one hour prior with Rev. Dr. Fred Bernhard officiating. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park, Covington, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 1, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. The Loyal Order of the Moose will conduct a Lodge of Sorrow at 7:30 p.m.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Lions Club of Greenville or the American Heart Association.

Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Charles "Mark" Slyder (April 27, 2018)

Charles "Mark" Slyder, 75, of Ansonia, Ohio, passed away on April 27, 2018 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

Mark was born on January 5, 1943 in Greenville, the son of the late J. Harold and Leah (Amspaugh) Slyder.

In addition to his parents, Mark was preceded in death by his son, Phil Slyder; his brothers, Wayne Slyder and Gene Slyder; his sister, Madge Deis; and his brother-in-law, Richard Besecker.

Mark was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Greenville, Darke County Plowman's Association, Darke County, State of Ohio, and NTPA Tractor Pullers Associations. He worked at the Union City Body Company as welder for 42 years and has been a life long Darke County Farmer. He enjoyed Enduro Racing in Fremont, Ohio, building demo derby cars, and collecting Massey Harris Tractors.

Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years, Donna (Besecker) Slyder, whom he married on September 2, 1962; his sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffrey (Julia) Slyder of Union City, Ohio, and Kent (Dora) Slyder of Loveland, Ohio; his grandchildren, Jamie, Leah, Bradley, Mackensie, Matthew, and Samuel Slyder; his siblings, Maxine Hezlep of Ft. Myers, Florida, Marilyn Swallow of Versailles, and Don (Shirley) Slyder of Ansonia; his brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack (Bonnie) Besecker of Florida; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor Dan Kuhbander Officiating. Burial will follow in Teegarden Cemetery.

Friends and family may visit on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 from 5 PM to 8 PM at Tribute Funeral Home, Greenville Campus.

Memorial contribution may be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or to the Ansonia Rescue, 225 Elroy Ansonia Road, Ansonia, Ohio 45303.

Online memorials may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Mabel I. Black (April 27, 2018)

Mabel I. Black, 94, of Greenville, passed away on April 27, 2018 at The Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on October 27, 1923 in Darke County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Dewey and Della Mae (Rose) Wilt.

Mabel was a member of Faith Baptist Church In Greenville. She worked for many years at Wayne Hospital in central supply and volunteered with the Toys for Tykes. Mabel enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

In addition to her parents, Mabel was preceded in death by her son, Charles Ditty, Jr.; brother, Elmer Wilt; and her half brother, Francis Wilt.

She is survived by her children, Betty Lou Shepherd, Sharon K.( Steve) Peters, and Michael (Roberta) Ditty all of Greenville; her daughter-in-law, Cathy Ditty of Greenville; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, with Pastor Bill Baker officiating. Burial will follow in the Palestine Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 from 10 AM to 11 AM at the funeral home.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to The Brethren's Home Resident's Aid fund.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Joyce A. Lease (April 25, 2018)

Joyce A. Lease, 79, of Versailles, passed away on April 25, 2018 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

She was born September 26, 1938 in Union City, Indiana, the daughter of the late Herbert Beireis and Gertrude (Goodland) Hass.

In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Edward C. Lease, Sr. in 2013; her daughter-in-law, Nancy Lease; her great grandson, Jason Waylon; and her brother, William "Butch" Beireis.

She is survived by her children, Sue (John) Jenkins of Ansonia, Alice M. Craig of Versailles, Edward C. (Donna) Lease, Jr., and Tom Lease of Versailles; her grandchildren, John Jenkins, Jr., James Jenkins, Chris Ford, E.J. Lease, Larry Lease, Maggie Yonkers, and Annie Stinson; her great grandchildren, Alexis Ford, Maggie Jenkins, Alysha Jenkins, Ryan, Jared and Chelsea Ford, Airiana, Starr, Tanner, and Braydon Stinson, Amber Jones, Alyson and Emily Lease; her sisters, Jean Eastridge of New Lebanon, Ohio, Betty Kreitzer of Dayton, Ohio, and Belinda Gray of Cleveland, Ohio; her brother, Charles Beireis of Mt. Gilead, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio with Pastor John Sgro officiating. Burial will follow in the Oakland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio 45308 or to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio, 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Joyce A. Lease (April 25, 2018)

Joyce A. Lease, 79, of Versailles, passed away on April 25, 2018 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

She was born September 26, 1938 in Union City, Indiana, the daughter of the late Herbert Beireis and Gertrude (Goodland) Hass.

In addition to her parents, Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Edward C. Lease, Sr. in 2013; her daughter-in-law, Nancy Lease; her great grandson, Jason Waylon; and her brother, William "Butch" Beireis.

She is survived by her children, Sue (John) Jenkins of Ansonia, Alice M. Craig of Versailles, Edward C. (Donna) Lease, Jr., and Tom Lease of Versailles; her grandchildren, John Jenkins, Jr., James Jenkins, Chris Ford, E.J. Lease, Larry Lease, Maggie Yonkers, and Annie Stinson; her great grandchildren, Alexis Ford, Maggie Jenkins, Alysha Jenkins, Ryan, Jared and Chelsea Ford, Airiana, Starr, Tanner, and Braydon Stinson, Amber Jones, Alyson and Emily Lease; her sisters, Jean Eastridge of New Lebanon, Ohio, Betty Kreitzer of Dayton, Ohio, and Belinda Gray of Cleveland, Ohio; her brother, Charles Beireis of Mt. Gilead, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, May 1, 2018, at Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio with Pastor John Sgro officiating. Burial will follow in the Oakland Cemetery.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 30, 2018 from 5 PM to 7 PM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford, Ohio 45308 or to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio, 45331.

Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Krystina Leighann Reardon (April 24, 2018)

Krystina Leighann Reardon, 5 month old daughter of Jeffrey Reardon and Krista L. Widener of Ansonia. Krystina passed away at 12:36 PM on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, in the ER at Wayne HealthCare in Greenville. Krystina was born November 21, 2017 in Greenville.

In addition to her parents, Krystina is survived by her maternal grandparents, John & Missy Widener of Ansonia; paternal grandfather, Jeffrey Reardon of Puerto Rico; maternal great-grandmother, Linda Johnston of Ansonia; and aunts, great aunts, great uncles and cousins.

Krystina is preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Tina Reardon; maternal great-grandparents, John & Julia Widener and John Johnston; and twin cousins, Adrian & Aleigha Kruckeberg.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 30, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Charles Johnston officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Garden. The family will receive friends on Monday from 12:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to help with funeral expenses. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Kent Allen Clark (April 23, 2018)

Kent Allen Clark age 52, of Greenville passed away at 10:10 PM on Monday, April 23, 2018, at his residence. Kent was born November 7, 1965, in Greenville to Kenneth Clark of Greenville and the late Jennie (Bretz) Clark.

In addition to his father, Kent is survived by his fiancée, Laura Lyons Ahrens; sons, Ethan Kent Clark & fiancée, Anai Gutierrez of Union, Ohio and Zane Allen Clark of Greenville; sisters & brother-in-law, Cynthia (Clark) & Rob Burdine of Colorado and Teresa Clark Kissinger of Greenville; and nieces & nephews, Maggie, Caden & Lacey Burdine and Tiffany & Adam.

Kent worked in sales and marketing. He was a member of the Sons of the American Legion in Greenville.

A celebration of Kent’s life will be held at 6:00 PM on Thursday, May 3, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor John Sheldon officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Association of Darke County or State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Helen Maxine Martin (April 24, 2018)

Helen Maxine Martin age 88, of Greenville passed away at 4:12 AM on Tuesday, April 24, 2018, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville.

Maxine was born April 27, 1929, in Greenville to the late Robert A. & B. Marie (Rank) Miller. In addition to her parents, Maxine was also preceded in death by her husband, Dane D. Martin on August 6, 1982, whom she married May 29, 1962; and brothers, James Robert & Carey Richard Miller.

Maxine is survived by her son, Dwight Martin of Greenville; daughter & son-in-law, Denise & Jerry Holsapple of New Madison; grandsons, Zackary & Andrew Holsapple of New Madison; brother & sister-in-law, Keith Ronald & Betty Miller of Greenville; sisters, Janice Wolf of Greenville and Roberta Rogers of Arcanum; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Maxine was a 1947 graduate of Greenville High School. Maxine operated Western Union in Greenville, clerk at the Bureau of Unemployment in Greenville and worked for SCOPE in Darke County. Maxine was a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church in Greenville and the Greenville V.F.W. Ladies Auxiliary.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery near Brock. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Wesleyan Church or East Zion Congregational Christian Church. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Merlin Grosch (April 21, 2018)

Merlin Grosch, 76, of Arcanum, Ohio passed away on April 21, 2018 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

Merlin was born on May 6, 1941 in Rossburg, Ohio, the son of the late Charles and Inez (Laing) Grosch.

In addition to his parents, Merlin was preceeded in death by his brothers, Norman Grosch and Leonidas (Jean) Grosch.

Merlin worked with his brother, Norman, as a propane driver for Blue Flame of Lewisburg for 54 years. He was an avid Cleveland Browns supporter. Merlin was a wonderful husband, father, and brother and loved to watch all his grandchildren's events. Merlin and his brother, Art, liked to play ping-pong together. He also played on a softball and basketball team with his church, First Church of God. In his later years, he played dartball with Gordon United Methodist Church. Merlin worked in the Men's Brotherhood serving others in the community. Merlins first priority was to God and being a Christian father.

Merlin is survived by his wife of 56 and a half years, Marilyn (Baker) Grosch, whom he married on November 25, 1961; his daughter, Christy (Mark) Wirrig of Greenville; his son, Randy (Nancy) Grosch of Arcanum; two wonderful granddaughters; Lindsey (Ian) Werts of Grove City, Ohio, and Holly (Justin Warner) Grosch of Arcanum; his sister, Irma Hocker of Greenville; his brother, Arthur (Wanda) Grosch of St. Charles, Missouri; sister-in-law, Evelyn Grosch of Greenville; brother-in-law, Eddie (Judy) Baker of Arcanum; and sister-in-law, Debbie (Doug) Holsapple of Gordon, Ohio.

A Celebration of Merlin's Life will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, April 28, 2018 at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Rev. Eric Fee Officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery.

Friends and family may visit on Friday, April 27, 2018 from 6 PM to 8 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contribution may be made to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Online memorials may be shared with the family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com