Greg A. Campbell (August 22, 2017)

Greg A. Campbell, 56 of Ansonia, Ohio passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at his residence.

He was born November 14, 1960 in Greenville, the son of David and Velma (Rhotehamel) Campbell of Ansonia.

Greg is preceded in death by his brother, David (Doug) Campbell.

Greg graduated in 1979 from Ansonia High School, where he was active in band, chorus, and FFA, where he achieved the state farmer degree. He was also active in Boy Scouts of America, earning the rank of Eagle Scout. He worked for many years as a design engineer and in recent years was in a partnership with his father on the family farm. His other business ventures included real estate, stock trading, small business ownership, and numerous other activities. He enjoyed music, camping, flying his drone, and spending time with his family.

In addition to his parents, Greg is survived by his son, Brad Campbell; daughter and son in law, Mandy (Ben) Jamison of Arcanum; his grandchildren, Emily, Easton, and Eliza Jamison; sister and brother in law, Brenda (Dan) Manning of St. Marys, Ohio; his niece, Tara (David) Reish; his nephews, Dusty Campbell, Max (Jessica) Manning, Sam Manning, and D.J. Manning; as well as great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Family and Friends may visit on Sunday, August 27,2017 from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.

Memorial Services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions will be accepted during visitation.

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

Bobby Buteau (August 22, 2017)

Bobby Buteau 85, of Greenville, passed away, Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

He was born August 17,1932 in Marion, Indiana, the son of the late David and Elsie (Culbertson) Buteau, Sr.

In addition to his parents, Bobby is preceded in death by his brothers, David, Tommy, Donald, Herb, Freddie, and Kenneth; and his sisters, Edna, Pauline, Eileen, and Ruth.

Bobby served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. He worked many years at the Skate Place where he repaired skates, was a floor guard and helped maintain the facility. He was also a truck driver for many years, working for Classic Carrier in Versailles. He enjoyed working in the yard and the garden.

Bobby is survived by his son, Mike Buteau (Pat Baker) of Greenville; his daughter, Vickie (James) Hembree of Piqua; his grandchildren, Michael (Crissi) Buteau Jr. of Hollansburg, Christopher (Lacy) Buteau of New Madison, Crystal Buteau of Versailles, Adam (Shellie) Hembree of Covington, Josh (Sara)Hembree of Piqua, and Stacey (Marshall) Poling of Piqua; 20 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; sister, Betty Gibson of Marion, Indiana; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 12:30 PM Saturday, August 26, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Tony Price officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens with graveside military honors conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

Family and Friends may visit on Saturday, August 26,2017 from 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM at the funeral home.

The family requests memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

Raymond J. Swartout III (August 17, 2017)

Raymond J. Swartout III, 70 of Arcanum, Ohio passed away on Thursday August 17, 2017 at 5:59 AM. He was born July 23, 1947 in Adrian, Michigan the son of Betty Lou (Byrne) Bell and the late Raymond J. Swartout.

He is preceded in death by his father.

He is survived by his mother; his wife: Joanna J. (Stephenson) Swartout of Arcanum; children & spouses: Raymond & Shonda Swartout, Monica & John Adkins; grandchildren: Logan Ray Emerson, Isaac Michael Swartout, Raymond J. Swartout V “Thorne”, Harley Desiree Adkins & Joe Mercer, Alyssa Lynn Crosby & Josh Glick, Gage Robertson Emerson, Jasmine Nicole Adkins; brothers & sister in law: Larry Swartout, Gordon & Anita Jones; sister: Dawn Jones; numerous nieces, nephews & cousins.

A memorial service will be held on Friday August 25, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Danny Wright officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to services at the funeral home. Veteran’s graveside services will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

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

Rev. John J. Seeley (August 19, 2017)

Rev. John J. Seeley age 88, of Greenville passed away at 9:40 AM on Saturday, August 19, 2017, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. Rev. Seeley was born august 4, 1929, in Greenville to the late John M. & Irene Mae (Ramsey) Seeley.

Rev. Seeley is survived by his daughter, Beverly Rose of Greenville; and a nephew, Dick Shurte of Fairborn.

Rev. Seeley was also preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Harter) Seeley on November 30, 2002; and a sister, Helen Shurte.

Rev. Seeley was a retired minister of numerous Ohio Churches. Rev. Seeley was a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church in Greenville where he was A Pastor of Care for many years.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00 PM on Monday, August 28, 2017, at Nashville Cemetery on Greenville-Nashville Rd. Greenville with Pastor Wes Lynch officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

George W. Rhoades (August 20, 2017)

George W. Rhoades, age 91, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, August 20, 2017 at 5:30 AM at Versailles Health Care Center, Versailles, Ohio. He was born on June 24, 1926 in Shelby County, Ohio, to the late Lowell M. & Pearl E. (Feitshans) Rhoades.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years Louise B. (Boyer) Rhoades of Versailles, Ohio, whom he married on August 7, 1948; children and their spouses, Jane Boetel of California, Thomas Rhoades of Piqua, Ohio, Janet & Tom Mendenhall of Versailles, Ohio, and Shirley & Mark Schlater of St. Paris, Ohio; grandchildren: Troy Eisenhour, Kristopher (Nicole) Boetel, Jennifer (Matt) Millikin, Pamela (Chris) Koon, Cynthia (Doug) Young, John Larger, Bob (Carrie) Mendenhall, Doug (Sarah) Mendenhall, Andy (Beth) Schlater, Janelle (Ross) Loudenback and Ryan (Christine) Schlater, 23 great grandchildren: sisters in law, Carol Boyer of Covington, Ohio, and Millie Boyer of Florida; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his grandchildren, Amber Boetel and Kimberly Mendenhall; daughter in law, Virginia (Larger) Rhoades; sisters and brothers in law, Dorothy & Lester Warner, Margaret & Paul Morrow, William Boyer and Dale Boyer.

George was a member of the United States Army serving in World War II. He was a farmer for several years, worked at Weaver Brothers as well as 22 years for Aerovent Fan Company in Piqua before retiring in 1988. He was a lifetime member of Friedens Lutheran Church where he served on the church council. He was also a member of the Wayne Grange. He enjoyed fishing, playing cards and was an avid Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Browns fan.

There will be a service held on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at 10:30 AM at Friedens Lutheran Church, 11038 Versailles Rd. Versailles, Ohio, with Pastor Bob Akins officiating. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park, Covington, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 23, 2017 from 5-8 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. There will be a graveside military service conducted by the Versailles Veterans Honor Guard.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Friedens Lutheran Church and the Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

Paul E. Morgan (August 17, 2017)

Paul E. Morgan, age 81 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 1:55 AM Thursday August 17, 2017 at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center Greenville, Ohio. Paul was born March 30, 1936 in Versailles, Ohio and the son of the late Ralph and Evelyn (Sholley) Morgan.

Paul was retired from Tom Haworth Enterprises were he had been employed for 26 years as a carpenter.

He was a member of the First Congregational Christian Church of Greenville.

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Crystal A. (Rhoades) Morgan May 13, 2011.

Paul is survived by his children Jim (Holly) Morgan of Piqua, Tony (Teresa) Morgan of Greenville, David (Becky) Morgan of Houston, Janice Morgan and Ron Bolen of Greenville, Steve (Alicia) Morgan of Greenville, Shirley (Shane) Mayo of Greenville and Diane Morgan and Mark Haney of Greenville; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister Betty (Jack) Hardy of Carson City, Nevada; cousin Jackie Poeppelman of Anna and special friend Janice Meade of Greenville.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 AM Tuesday August 22, 2017 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the State of the Heart Hospice of Darke County.

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

Ruth E. Strait (August 15, 2017)

Ruth E. Strait, 86, of Greenville, passed away, Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at home surrounded by her family.

She was born June 26, 1931 in Darke County, Ohio, the daughter of the late Marion and Blanche (Hart) Bateman.

In addition to her parents, Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Strait, and her son, Keith Strait.

Ruth was a member of Community United Methodist Church. She enjoyed volunteering at Community Help Center in Union City and with Bingo at Heartland of Greenville. Ruth was an avid reader and a lover of cats. She loved cooking and spending time with family and friends.

Ruth is survived by her daughters and son in law, Sharon Strait and Karen (Curtis) Davis all of Greenville; her grandchildren; Damon LeGrand of Greenville, Evelyn Lester of Dayton, and Curtis Davis III of Dayton; 9 great grandchildren; her brother and sister in law, Francis (Florence) Bateman,Jr. of New Weston; her sister and brother in law; Carol (Jim) Walls of Ansonia; and several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00 PM Friday, August 18, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Mitch Arnold officiating. Burial will follow in the Teegarden Cemetery.

Family and Friends may visit on Friday, August 18,2017 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

The family request memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or Darke County Cancer Association, PO Box 781, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

William Richard “Bill” Lyle (August 14, 2017)

William Richard “Bill” Lyle, age 30, of Tipp City, Ohio, and formerly of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017 at 6:40 PM at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton, Ohio, after the result of a motorcycle accident. He was born on May 9, 1987 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to Teresa (Wombold) Lyle of Versailles Ohio, and the late William B. Lyle.

In addition he is survived by his stepfather Dan Monnin of Versailles as well as his sisters and brother in law, Danielle & Randy Luthman of Versailles and Jill Urban of Berkley, Michigan; brother, Michael Gray of Covington; nieces and nephews, Caitlyn, Cole, Josh and Jayna Luthman and Owen Urban; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and friends.

Bill worked as a CNC Machinist. He enjoyed spending time with friends and loved anything with a motor in it. His passion was riding his motorcycles.

There will be a service held on Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. Jim Duell officiating. Burial will follow in the St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Saturday from 10:00 AM until the time of the service at the funeral home.

A memorial fund will be set up in memory of Bill with the specific benefactor to be determined by the family. Condolence for the family may be sent through www.zecharbailey.com

Rev. Richard Shockney (August 14, 2017)

Rev. Richard Shockney, age 78 of Greenville, Ohio and formerly of Butler Township Dayton, Ohio passed away at 8:57 PM Monday August 14, 2017 at his residence. Richard was born October 8, 1938 in Greenville and the son of the late Ralph and Sarah (Paul) Shockney.

He retired in December of 2016 as the Pastor at East Dayton Church of the Brethren, a position he held for the past 15 years.

Richard was a veteran serving in the US Air Force, an avid fisherman, former airplane pilot as well as a flight instructor and served the Brethren Retirement Community as a Volunteer Chaplain.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert Shockney.

Richard is survived by his wife Carolyn Kay (Smith) Shockney of Greenville. They were married June 7, 1958. Also children Lora J. Shockney of Greenville and Steven (Samantha Culbertson) Shockney of Warrenton, VA; grandchildren Aimee (Miles) Jaramillo-Lambert, Scott Seeley, Shannon Seeley, Brandon Shockney and Angelica (Tyler) Nelson; 6 great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday August 19, 2017 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Bob Bitner officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 12 Noon until time of the services in the funeral home.

The Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard will conduct Full Military Honors at 2:00 PM Saturday in the funeral home.

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

Emerson Wayne Arnett, Jr. (August 12, 2017)

Emerson Wayne Arnett, Jr., 78, of Greenville passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at his home.

He was born on June 29, 1939 in Greenville to the late Emerson, Sr. and Bernice (Oberer) Arnett.

In addition to his parents, Emerson was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Arnett, and his brother-in-law, John Myers.

Emerson was a veteran of the United States Air Force and a 24 year veteran of the Wright Patterson Air Force Base Fire Department. He was a member of the Greenville Moose Lodge #329 and Greenville Eagles Lodge #2177. In addition to his full-time fire fighter duties, he always had part-time jobs such as working at Quality Farm and Fleet, as an auctioneer, and frequenting garage sales and flea markets. In spite of his work schedule, Emerson always found time to spend with his family.

Emerson had quite the memorable personality, and was quite the character - and that character was Donald Duck. Emerson loved all the Disney characters, but Donald held a special place in his heart. He would play the part and speak just like Donald for all the kids. He also was an avid collector of Donald Duck memorabilia.

Emerson is survived by his wife of 23 years, Debbie (Burd) Arnett, whom he married on March 19, 1994. His children and their spouses, Falaeh and Michael Gerace of Greenville, Joseph and Bernadette Arnett of Katy, Texas, Christopher and Jenny Arnett of West Chester, Ohio, Veronica Sutherland of Greenville, Tonia and Rich Metz of Wapakoneta, Nicole and Brock Douglas of Wapakoneta, Andrea McHenry of Sidney, and Brooke Garcia of Fort Wayne, Indiana; brothers and sisters-in-law, Gary and Phyllis Arnett of Greenville, and Larry and Cari Arnett of Florida; sisters and brothers-in-law, Connie Myers, Becky and David Simon, and Paula Anthony all of Greenville. Emerson also leaves a legacy of 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, and countless nieces, nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2017 at 12:00 PM at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Eric Fee officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Greenville Honor Guard.

Family and friends may visit on Wednesday prior to the service from 10 AM - 12 PM at the funeral home.

Memorials contributions may be given to Darke County Cancer Association, P.O. Box 781, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

Tammy Jo Shapiro (August 11, 2017)

Tammy Jo Shapiro, 68, of Greenville, passed away on early Friday morning, August 11, 2017 at her home.

She was born on January 19, 1949 in Union City, IN, to the late Robert and Pauline (Fink) Lyons.

Tammy was a caring wife and wonderful mother to her two sons. She was proud of them and the men they had become. She was a kind-hearted person who liked everyone and everyone liked her. Above all else, she enjoyed being with her family and was very close to them, especially her father. She and Frank would spend many hours out on Indian Lake on their pontoon boat or cruising the county on their motorcycle. She truly enjoyed those times. Tammy loved all creatures, great and small. She would even make Frank capture and release spiders. She had a kind heart and a tender soul. Her family was truly blessed to have had her in their lives and she will be sorely and profoundly missed.

Tammy is survived by her husband of 17 years, Frank Shapiro, whom she married September 25, 1999; her sons, Dallas Humpolak of Arcanum, and Travis Humpolak of Greenville and their father, Andy Humpolak; her sister and brother-in-law, Sherry and Larry Masters of Safety Harbor, Florida; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Dr. Kim and Lynn Lyons of Pitsburg, and Kirby and Carolyn Lyons of Greenville; nieces, spouses and their children, Heather and Michael Werner and children Mason and Emma, all of Grenville, Kristi and Dustin Morr of Greenville, Paige and Deric Shuster and their son Preston, all of Safety Harbor, Florida, and Shelly Masters of Tampa, Florida.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:30 AM on Thursday, August 17, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Union City, Indiana.

Family and friends may visit Wednesday, August 16, 2017 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be given to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

Joseph Barker (August 8, 2017)

Joseph Barker, 55, of Union City, Ohio passed away Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at his residence.

He was born on April 19,1962 in Piqua, Ohio to Maxine (Hibert) Barker and the late Frank Barker.

No services are planned at this time. Services has been entrusted to Oliver Floyd Funeral in Greenville Ohio.

Online condolence may be shared with the family by visiting www.oliverfloyd.com

Alice "Faye" Schlecty (August 9, 2017)

Alice "Faye" Schlecty, 66, of Rossburg, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.

She was born on January 10, 1951 in Greenville, Ohio to the late Donald and Mary (Boyd) Warner.

Faye was an incredibly talented and creative person. She would gather materials and make wreaths and other craft items that were special and useful. She worked at the Calico Loft on Sweitzer Street and eventually bought it. She moved her store to Ansonia and began offering cut flowers alongside her many other creations. She was always involved in different community causes and would stand in defense of her beliefs.

Faye was always available to help her children and the school. She would make Christmas ornaments and sell them to help raise money for the school. To this day, there are numerous people who still hang her ornaments on their Christmas trees during the Holidays. She was a very dedicated and active member of the Rossburg United Methodist Church. She volunteered for the summer bible school programs and decorated the church for various Holidays. She loved to sing in the choir and did so as long has she could. Faye volunteered at the Pregnancy Help Center and crocheted and donated countless baby blankets and quilts.

Faye loved her family and enjoyed listening to Norb and Jeff play music. She loved all types of music ranging from old rock and roll, bluegrass and gospel. She was a faithful wife, devoted mother and was a pillar for her family. She was proud of her children and grandchildren. Faye was adored and respected by many and will be greatly missed by all.

Faye is survived by her husband, of 48 years, Norbert D. Schlecty, whom she married on December 21, 1968; a son, Jeffrey and Tonya Schlecty of New Weston, and a daughter, Laura Lovetto of Springville, Alabama; grandchildren, Ambrea Schlecty of Greenville, David Schlecty of Cincinnati, Paul Schlecty of New Weston, and Madison Lovetto of Jacksonville, Alabama; brother Chuck Warner of Alamogordo, New Mexico; and her sister, Cindy Pike of Greenville; and a host of treasured nieces, nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Monday, August 14, 2017 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Mitch Arnold officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 13,2017 at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rossburg United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 128, Rossburg, Ohio 45362 or State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

Larry Charles Rapier (August 1, 2017)

Larry Charles Rapier age 62, of Greenville, Ohio went to be with the Lord at 6:37 PM on Tuesday, August 1, 2017, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Larry was born March 5, 1955, in Woodbine, Kentucky to Betty (Hill) Rapier of Greenville and the late Charles E. Rapier.

In addition to his mother, Larry is also survived by his wife, Carissima (Vecera) Rapier whom he married July 17, 1993; daughters, Carmella Rapier of Greenville, Megan Rapier of Greenville and Cassie Rapier of Greenville; grandchildren, Serenity June and Scarlett Ann; brother, Perry Rapier of Greenville; sister, Dee Combs of Greenville; pet beagle, Sonny; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his father, Larry was also preceded in death by a brother, Tom Rapier; and sister, Linda Monhollen.

Larry retired from Corning Glass in Greenville where he was also the representative for American Flint Glass Workers Union, AFL-CIO. Larry was an avid Cincinnati Bengals fan, loved gardening, and watching the movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? Larry’s main passion was his family and grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, August 14, 2017, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Jesse Teal officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 14, 2017, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Stroke Association 5455 N. High St. Columbus, OH 43214. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Linda S. (Pierron) Malott (August 7, 2017)

Linda S. (Pierron) Malott, 52 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Monday August 7, 2017 at 11:55 AM at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center. She was born May 26, 1965 in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of George Pierron of Greenville and the late Joyce (Swank) Pierron. She was a Child Support Case Worker.

She is preceded in death by her mother; nephew: Ryan Kimmel.

She is survived by her father; children & spouses: Curtis Hubbell of Greenville, Casey Malott of Greenville, Dustin & Brook Fox of Huber Heights, Zac & Kasey Fox of Tipp City; granddaughter: Aubrey Hubbell of Greenville; sisters & brothers in law: Lori & Mark Kimmel of Greenville, Lisa Fry of Fairborn; & numerous nieces & nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Monday August 14, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Brock Cemetery. There will be a processional line formed in the back parking lot of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home at 1:30 to go to the cemetery. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Breast Cancer Association.

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

Joyce Ann McEldowney (July 31, 2017)

Joyce Ann McEldowney age 77, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 12:44 AM on Monday, July 31, 2017, at Kettering Medical Center in Kettering. Joyce was born December 7, 1939, in Darke County to the late Benjamin & Virginia (Downing) Robison.

Joyce is survived by her sister & brother-in-law, Loretta F. & Larry Terhune of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Joyce was also preceded in death by her husband, John A. McEldowney on August 14, 2016, whom she married June 5, 1965; and brother, Donald E. “Donnie” Robison.

Joyce retired from Copeland in Sidney where she was an inspector for 39 years. Joyce was a member of the Towne Squares Quilt Club in Greenville and former member of the Ansonia Order of Eastern Star.

A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Thursday, August 10, 2017, at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles with Rev. Fr. James Simons officiating. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park in Covington. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Robert “Bob” Kaye Forney (August 5, 2017)

Robert “Bob” Kaye Forney, 86, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 5, 2017 at the Village Green Health Campus in Greenville, Ohio.

Born in Greenville, Ohio on Aug. 18, 1930, to Walter and Juanita (Shields) Forney, Bob graduated from Greenville High School in 1948 before attending Miami University of Ohio. He worked at United Telephone for 27 years and served as the City of Greenville Tax Administrator for 17 years.

Bob was a long-term member of the Eagles, Elks, American Legion and Moose. He was a 32nd-degree Mason and Shriner. Bob also served in the United States Naval Reserve for eight years.

Bob is survived by his three sons Rocky of Sidney, Ohio, Scott of Brockton, MA and Matthew (Lisa) of Dublin, Ohio: two grandsons Austin and Dylan; and special friend of more than 35 years Joy Bowers of Greenville. He was proceeded in death by his parents Walter and Juanita, and sister Phyllis.

The family will hold a visitation from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday August 10, 2017 with the Greenville Masonic Lodge conducting a Masonic Memorial Service at 6:30 PM followed by a Scottish Rite Ring Degree Service. Funeral service will be held on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 10:30 AM in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home 1499 N. Broadway St. Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church (131 E. 4th St.; Greenville, Ohio 45331) or Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143 (PO Box 44 Greenville, Ohio 45331).

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

Della Marie (Collins) Cassity (August 3, 2017)

Della Marie (Collins) Cassity, 93, of New Madison, passed away peacefully Thursday, August 3, 2017 at the State of the Heart Care Center.

Della was born on September 7, 1923 in Blairs Mills, Kentucky, to the late Walter and Dora (Lykins) Collins.

In addition to her parents, Della was preceded in death by her husband, Ivis Cassity; her brother, Clayton Collins; and her sister, Marlene Clevenger.

Della was a member of the American Legion, Universalist Church and Friends of the New Madison Library. Dell enjoyed working crossword puzzles, sewing and crocheting.

Della is survived by her children, Pat Nelson of New Madison, Pam and Mark Loxley of New Madison, and Roger and Janet Cassity of Arcanum; her grandchildren, Bruce and Karen Nelson of North Carolina, Jenny Anderson of Greenville, Jessi Loxley of Arcanum, David and Mallory Cassity of Springfield and Megan and Brad Wombolt of Versailles; her great grandchildren, Kristin Ward, Clay Loxley, Meredith Cassity and Ivis Cassity; her great great grandchildren; Hailie Gilbert and Lily Moss; her brother, Alden Collins of Wrigley, Kentucky; her sisters, Reva Lewis of Springfield and Dorothy Howard of Sandy Hook, Kentucky; several nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life service will be held at 1:00PM on Tuesday, August 8, 2017 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison with Pastor Gary Cloyd officiating. Burial will follow at the Greenmound Cemetery.

Family and Friends may visit from 12:00PM until 1:00 PM on Tuesday, August 8,2017 also at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the New Madison American Legion or to the New Madison Public Library.

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

David E. Harleman (July 31, 2017)

David E. Harleman age 58, of Arcanum passed away at 4:11 PM on Monday, July 31, 2017, at his residence. David was born May 26, 1959, in Greenville to Alice Mae (Fellers) Harleman of Gordon and the late Bobby L. Harleman.

In addition to his mother, David was also survived by his wife, Brenda (Campbell) Harleman whom he married May 3, 1986; daughter, Kalista Harleman of Arcanum; brother & sister-in-law, Harold & Debbie Jo Harleman of Arcanum; sister & brother-in-law, Debbie & James Taylor of Arcanum and Kathy Harleman of Gordon; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his father, David is also preceded in death by his brother, Neil Harleman.

David worked for Miller Valentine Construction Co. in Dayton. He was a member of the Arcanum V.F.W.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, August 5, 2017, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Travis Qualls officiating. Burial will follow in Ithaca Cemetery in Ithaca. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Laura Marie (Price) Bunger

Laura Marie (Price) Bunger, 78 of Arcanum, Ohio passed away on Monday July 31, 2017 at 6:20 PM at her residence. She was born April 24, 1939 in Mannington. West Virginia the daughter of the late Norman & Ethel L. (Floyd) Price.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: John V. Bunger in 1988; step daughter: Amelia Bunger; brothers: David E. Price in infancy and William A. Price; sisters: Dawanda Deem, & Norma M. Teat.

She is survived by her children & spouses: Thomas Shelton of Greenville, Norman B. & Kim Shelton of Cleveland, Ohio, Carl R. & Betty Swiger II of Arcanum, William W. Swiger of Arcanum, Patricia M. & Albert Black of Richmond, Indiana, Joseph & A. Judy Swiger of Arcanum, & Faith A. McGuire & Barb Mays of Arcanum; step son: John V. Bunger of Nappanee, Indiana; 39 Grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; sisters & brother in law: Nina L. Park of Arcanum, Edith P. Baker of Greenville, Florence M. & Edmon Jones of Greenville; numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held on Saturday August 5, 2017 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Daniel Berdine officiating. Burial will follow in Ithaca Cemetery. Family will receive friend’s from8:30 AM until 10:30 AM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Care.

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