Bethany Gonzalez (March 24, 2021)

Bethany Gonzalez, age 76, of Greenville Ohio passed away on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 at 12:55 PM at State of the Heart Care Center.  She was born August 1, 1944 in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of the late Joseph & Margery (Tryon) Henninger.

she is survived by her children: Angelita Solis of Kentucky, Nathan (Jackie) Mancillas of Greenville Justin (Jessica) Gonzalez of Greenville, Jeremy (Jessica) Gonzalez of Greenville; special nephew, Sergio (Karina) Villareal Gonzalez of Jala Nayarit Mexico; 13 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; siblings:  Melanie (Greg) Perry, Cheryl (Jim) Erbaugh, Jan (Tom) Cyphers, Charlotte Sherman, Barry (Wanda) Henninger, Kevin Henninger, Randy Henninger, Brent (Mary Kay) Henninger; and numerous nieces and nephews and her dogs:  Tango and Cao.

In addition to her parents Bethany is preceded in death by her husband: Ramon Gonzalez Zúñiga her sons, Tani Gonzalez and Matthew Mancillas; mother and father-in-law Lorenzo González Chavez and Francisca Zúñiga Espinoza.

Bethany worked at Council on Rural Programs for 25 years and also at Head Start when her kids were young.  She was known as mom not only by her children but by all the children in the neighborhood due to her caring nature and desire to help; she volunteered to help in her community in any way she could.  She loved to travel and long car rides through the country.  She was an animal lover.

Services will be held on Monday March 29, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home with Deacon Tom Graber officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery.  The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to the services on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Darke County Humane Society. 

Condolence for the family may be sent through www.zecharbailey.com.

Richard Dwayne Ray (March 25, 2021)

Richard Dwayne Ray, age 84 of Ansonia, Ohio passed away at 2:25 PM Thursday March 25, 2021 at Kindred Hospital, Lima, Ohio.  Richard was born January 23, 1937 in Darke County, Ohio the son of the late Ora and Beaulah (Hecker) Ray.

He worked at Van Leer and then at Whirlpool.

Richard served his country in the Ohio National Guard. He enjoyed fishing with Larry Denniston, bowling, boating, skiing, camping, riding motorcycles and spending time with his family and friends.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife:  Judith Anne Ray on April 14, 2019 whom he married December 19, 1964.

Richard is survived by his children, Vickie (Charles) Adams of Painter Creek, Dixie (Clint) Zeiler of Ansonia, Dean (Virginia) Ray of Lexington, KY. and Kirk Ray and Lora Miller of Mobile, Al.; grandchildren Ashley (Dustin), Jessica (De’Shawn), Erika (Chase), Curry (Mikayla), Katelyn, Meaghann (Daniel), Alyssa, Abigayle, Ethan, Zoey, Sasha, and Shawn; great grandchildren Carter, Kenlee, Kelsie, Bentley, and future baby Miller; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 1:00 PM Tuesday March 30, 2021 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating.  Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 10:00 AM until time of the services in the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center.

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

Nathan Henry McClain (March 23, 2021)

Nathan Henry McClain, 20, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, unexpectedly, on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, in Gettysburg, Ohio.

He was born on January 13, 2001, in Bellefontaine, Ohio, to Gloria June Lease of Greenville.

In addition to his mother, Nathan is survived by his son, William McClain; his stepfather, Kenneth Jones; his siblings, Timothy McClain of Greenville, Harley McClain of Cincinnati, Ohio, Gaven Morrison of Bellefontaine, and Lola (Josh Willis) Morrison of New Paris, Ohio; his step grandparents, Charles Jones of Greenville, and Cora Jones of Florida, and Lisa and Mike Smith; his uncle, Jeremy Jones of Union City; his aunt, Bobbie Lease of Bellefontaine; and his nephews, Bentlee and Carter Willis, Henry Smith, and Brody Morrison.

Nathan had an amazing talent for getting into trouble. However, He also had a talent and love of music, rhythm and rhyme. Though he could play many instruments, his instrument of choice was his voice, and his music of choice was rap. He was creative and would write his own lyrics and songs.

There will be no public services for Nathan.

Tribute Funeral Homes will be serving the family.

Online condolences may be shared with Nathan's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com

Linda Dianne “Dianne” Brown (March 23, 2021)

Linda Dianne “Dianne” Brown, age 70, passed away at 12:03 pm on March 23, 2021, at home with her husband and daughters at her side, after a brief bout with cancer. She was born October 23, 1950, to Arthur and Tru Dell (Burleson) Mullen in San Antonio, Texas. Her father’s Air Force career meant that she moved from place to place through her growing-up years, including all her grade school and high school years. Some of her homes included stops in Virginia, South Dakota, Okinawa, Louisiana and Texas. She was a 1968 graduate of Springfield Shawnee High School, a 1972 graduate of Ohio University and received her Master’s Degree in Education in 1983 from Wright State University.   She taught one year at Mansfield Madison South Junior High School, and sixteen years at Arcanum-Butler, where she was a fifth-grade teacher and was involved in many school activities there.

She was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband Richard “Dick” Brown, whom she married April 13, 1975, two daughters Brandy and her husband Dr. Joshua Hill of Delaware, Ohio, and Betsy and her husband Kraig Reiber of Centerville, Ohio, and granddaughters Hazel Hill, Louisa Hill, and Brynn Reiber, brother Jim Mullen, sister-in-law Delores (Hoskins) Mullen, sister Vicky (Mullen) True, brother-in-law Bill True, nephews Scott Mullen, Chad Mullen and Brian True, and grand-nieces Maggie Mullen and Madison Mullen, all of Covington, Ohio. 

Dianne enjoyed spending summers in her youth at her grandparents’ homes in West Virginia and Louisiana. She was dedicated to her family and to local education. She was always volunteering to help with her daughters’ school and extra-curricular activities; never missing her children’s high school and college sporting events and activities. She was a contributor to the after-school mentoring program, and was a Board member of the Greenville Schools Foundation for fifteen years, and other professional and community committees. She volunteered in the High School office and other Greenville High School programs. She was a member of the Greenville First Presbyterian Church and served as a Deacon and on various committees. She was Treasurer of the Delta Theta Tau social sorority for many years and brightened up the community selling May flowers for years. She had helped working periodically at her husband’s business McVay’s Sporting Goods over many years. One of her passions was her elaborate Christmas decorating and it was seen by many over the past 28 years. She enjoyed making chocolate/peanut butter “buckeyes” which became a regular Christmas surprise for many. She adored her grandchildren and made every holiday a special occasion for the family. Dianne enjoyed cruising to different parts of the world with Dick and trips every year to Gatlinburg, Frankenmuth, Michigan, and Las Vegas, where she liked to shop, see shows, and play the slots. She was an avid reader and was quite interested in many different sports on TV—Ohio sports teams, watching tennis with Betsy and the Hallmark Channel with Brandy. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her. 

The family will be receiving friends and family on Monday, March 29, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and on Tuesday one hour prior to the service in the church.   Services will be Tuesday, March 30, at the First Presbyterian Church, 114 East Fourth Street Greenville at 10:30 am with Pastor Andy Gilman officiating.  Burial will follow in the Greenville Union Cemetery on Union City Road.

It is the wishes of the family that any Memorial Contributions for Dianne be given to the Garst Museum or the Greenville Schools Foundation.  

The funeral service will be Lived Streamed at: www.greenvillepres.org.

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

Marilyn June Miller (March 18, 2021)

Marilyn June Miller, 82, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, peacefully, on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at her home.

She was born on June 8, 1938, in Greenville, to the late Robert and Pearl (Sullenbarger) Mowery.

In addition to her parents, Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, Jack L. Miller, whom she married on March 14, 1959; her children, Scott Miller, Jeff Miller, and Dawn Shafer; her siblings, Ted Mowery and Joan Crissinger; and her son-in-law, Tony Hedger.

Marilyn was a 1956 graduate of Greenville High School. She worked for Corning Glass in Greenville as an inspector for nearly 45 years. Marilyn was known to love driving around town, especially through the park to see the "quackers". She loved shopping at Eikenberry's IGA and it wasn't uncommon for her to make five trips a day. Marilyn had a love for animals, especially cats and dogs.

She enjoyed spending time with her family and spoiling them. Marilyn made an appearance at every sporting event that her grandchildren and great grandchildren were a part of. She liked going to the Darke County Fair and was a member of EUM in Greenville and spent many years helping with funeral dinners at EUM. She was also a member of the Compassionate Friends and spent many years as a volunteer at Wayne Hospital.

Marilyn is survived by her daughters, Sheryll (Kevin Henninger) Hedger of Hollansburg, Ohio, and Lori Miller of Greenville; her grandchildren, Jason Hedger, Sherry (Matt) Sharp, Adam (Holly) Miller, Jacob Miller, Jenna (Colten) Forte, Jack Rifenberg, and Graham Shafer; her great grandchildren, Jarod, Loren, and Jadyn Sharp, Aiden Forte, and Cameron and Benjamin Miller; her great-great grandchildren, Kohen and Jaxyn Sharp; her siblings, Tom (Shirley) Mowery, and Mike Mowery, all of Greenville; her sisters-in-law, Barbara Mowery of Greenville, Pat Miller of Potsdam, Ohio, Jane Miller of Vandalia, Ohio, and Bonnie Harp of Georgia; her brother-in-law, Richard Crissinger of Greenville; her caregivers, Kelly Eikenberry, and Kylie Beisner; and her numerous nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Marilyn's life will take place at 10:30 AM, on Wednesday, March 24, 2021, at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus with Pastor John Sgro officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Guests may visit with her family on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be given to State of the Heart Care, 1350 N. Broadway St., Greenville, Ohio, 45331, or the Darke County Humane Society, 7053 N. St. Rt. 49, Greenville, Ohio, 45331.

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

John E. Lewis, Jr. (March 15, 2021)

John E. Lewis, Jr., 72, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away, suddenly, Monday, March 15, 2021, at his home.

He was born on October 10, 1948, in Greenville, Ohio, to the late John E. Lewis, Sr. and Betty Jane (Delk) Lewis.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sister, Joan Minnie Albright.

John was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather. He loved playing with his grandkids and always attended any event they were involved in. He was an avid Ohio State and Cleveland Browns fan. John attended Castine Church and at one time played on their church softball team. He was dedicated and hardworking. His work ethic was unrivaled. He worked for GM for over 35 years before retiring. More recently, he delivered medications for Kaup Pharmacy in Versailles, Ohio. He looked forward to the Great Darke County fair every year. John enjoyed landscaping, gardening and watching the birds through the window. He was loving, and kindhearted. He left a mark on every person who had the pleasure to meet him and will be missed dearly.

He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Rebecca (Gibson) Lewis, whom he married October 18, 1969; his daughter, Kristie M. Stump and her husband, Christopher, of Arcanum; his son, Jeremy M. Lewis of Vienna, Virginia; his grandchildren, Karr C. Stump, Anna J. Stump, Abigail M. Stump,  and Hannah G. Lewis; and his brother, David A. Lewis, of Greenville, Ohio.

A private celebration of John's life will take place at the convenience of the family.  Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery with Pastor Greg Hyre officiating.

John's family requests that any memorial contributions be given to the Cancer Association of Darke County, PO Box 781 Greenville, Ohio.

Tribute Funeral Homes will be serving the family.

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

Bambi Lynn Gibson (March 15, 2021)

Bambi Lynn Gibson, 61, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 15, 2021 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born February 25, 1960 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late William and Mitzi (Davis) Ahrns.

In addition to her parents, Bambi was preceded in death by her son Adam Gibson; her former husband Donald Gibson; and her sister, Pam Ahrns.

Bambi loved Jesus. She was baptized at the Heavy Metal Church in Greenville, Ohio. Music was her passion. She enjoyed all types of music with Old Rock and Blues being among her favorites. In her free time she enjoyed spending time with those who called her "Nana", she loved her grandchildren very much.

Bambi is survived by her children, Caleb (Mika) Gibson, and Emily (Dylan Peck) Gibson, all of Arcanum; her grandchildren, Adalynn, Jacob, Jaydon, and Lauren, with another little girl on the way from Emily and Dylan; and her sister, Sandy (Bill) Setser of Union City, Ohio.

A private celebration of Bambi's life will take place at the convenience of the family.

Tribute Funeral Homes will be serving the family.

The family request that memorial contributions be given to the funeral home to help offset the funeral expenses.

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

Dale Gene Pease (March 14, 2021)

Dale Gene Pease, 82, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021, at the Brethren Retirement Community In Greenville, Ohio.

Dale was born on April 22, 1938, in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Russel and Grace (Hollinger) Pease.

In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by his siblings, Esther Woods, Roland Pease, Anna Bowers, Phyllis Markley, and Lester Pease.

Dale is survived by his wife of 44 years, Linda (Johnting) Pease, whom he married on March 19, 1977; his children, Randy Pease and his wife, Pam, on Greensburg, Indiana, Sandy Kennedy and her husband, Greg, of West Milton, Ohio, and Todd Pease and his wife, Lisa, of Springfield, Ohio; his seven grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren, and one great-great grandson.

There will be no public services for Dale.

William "Bill" John Fremd (March 13, 2021)

William "Bill" John Fremd, age 78, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, in the presence of his family, at State of the Heart Hospice Care Unit in Greenville on March 13, 2021. 

He was born on March 14, 1942, in Greenville, to the late Elmer W. and Violet V. (Longenecker) Fremd.

Bill was a member of St. Paul's Lutheran Church and was a 1960 graduate of Greenville High School. He was a hard worker and jack of many trades. He worked at Westinghouse of Union City, as a machine operator, until the plant moved. Bill loved to watch baseball, car races and movies. He also enjoyed traveling and was able to take his parents on trips to many states, including Hawaii. As a hobby, Bill loved to design and make decorative lights. He will forever be remembered as a very generous and kind soul.

Bill is survived by his sister, Koneta Garbig; niece, Darcell (Tim) Burns; nephew, Doug (Tracy) Garbig; great nieces and nephews, Ryan, Meghan, Evan and Lauren Burns; as well as his caregiver Leann Hudgel.

A private burial will be held at Greenville Cemetery at the convenience of Bill's family.

The family would like to express their thanks for the wonderful help given by State of the Heart Hospice of Greenville. Memorial contributions may be given to State of the Heart Hospice 1350 N. Broadway Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Tribute Funeral Homes will be serving the family.

Online condolences may be shared with Bill's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Marvella Clawson Fletcher (Jan. 11, 2021)

Marvella Clawson Fletcher, 74, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Jan. 11, 2021, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton due to complications with COVID-19.  She was born August 28, 1946 in Anderson, Indiana and grew up in Muncie.  She was a member of Muncie Southside High School's class of 1964, finishing at the top of her graduating class, and attended Ball State University on an academic scholarship. 

She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Tom, her daughter Annmarie (Scott) Jenkins of Plainfield IL, her son Thomas II, of Columbus OH and her granddaughters Olivia and Anna Jenkins.

Marvella was proceeded in death by her parents, Paul and Ella (Beeman) Clawson and her sister Marlene Kaufman.  

Marvella retired in 2008 after serving as Vice President of Finance at Wayne Hospital for ten years.  She also served as the Compliance Officer and chaired numerous internal committees. She was active in the Ohio Hospital Association (OHA) and served as Wayne Hospital’s Advocacy Representative for the OHA. Prior to joining Wayne Hospital, Marvella served as Greenville City Auditor and Clerk of Council for eighteen years.  She served as President of the Ohio Municipal League and served on the boards of the Ohio Municipal Finance Officers Association and the Ohio Municipal Clerks Association. 

Marvella was very active in the community and was a member of numerous boards and organizations.  She was appointed to the Board of Trustees for Edison State Community College in 2013, most recently serving as Vice Chairman and was to be in the incoming Chairman. She was a member of Lambda Chi Omega Sorority, Gamma Epsilon chapter, a member of Business & Professional Women’s Club, Greenville Rotary Club, Cancer Association of Darke County, Darke County Republican Women’s Club, a past Board member for the Darke County Chamber of Commerce, Wayne Hospital Board of Trustees and the Wayne Hospital Foundation.  

Marvella’s greatest love was her family, especially her granddaughters.  She loved nothing more than watching them play soccer and basketball as well as playing Shanghai Rum and Yahtzee with them. She also traveled to Las Vegas where she enjoyed playing video poker and winning jackpots. She often used her winnings to buy a new Louis Vuitton purse or to shop at Chico's.

Marvella mentored countless young women through the years. She was known for helping others any way that she could and she shared her vast knowledge of benefits and insurance as well as many life lessons with anyone who could benefit from her wisdom. As her granddaughter Olivia said, "Grandma had the answer for everything" and she did.  She will be missed deeply by her family and by everyone whose life she touched.    

A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville followed by burial at Abbottsville Cemetery.  A Celebration of Marvella’s life will be planned for later this spring/summer. Memorial contributions can be made to the Cancer Association of Darke County 1111 Sweitzer Street Suite C, Greenville, Ohio, 45331.

Funeral Arrangements by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

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

David Eugene Enicks (March 12, 2021)

David Eugene Enicks age 75, of Greenville passed away at 11:17 AM on Friday, March 12, 2021, at his residence.

David was born July 31, 1945, in Celina, Ohio, to the late James Robert & Emma (Cramer) Enicks. In addition to his parents, David was also preceded in death by his wife, Angela (Dunn) Enicks; granddaughter, Kaylah Loy; and brother, George Edward Enicks.

David is survived by his daughters & sons-in-law, Cherolet (Robert) Hutcheson of New Madison, Gerri Foureman of Arcanum, Jo Stump of Portland, Indiana, and Kelly (Mark) Erisman of Greenville; grandchildren, Shanon Smith, Cerah (Chris) Dugan, Makennah (Levi) Markley, Erykah Hutcheson, Robert A. Hutcheson, Megan Stump, Jacob Stump, Michael Stump, Alex Stump and Christine Erisman; great-grandchildren, Ciley Dugan, Chase Dugan, Scarlett Smith, Gracelynn Smith, Elliott Adams and Evie Adams; brother, Robert Allen Enicks of Greenville; sister, Clara Ann Hall of Kansas; and numerous nieces and nephews.

David retired from Cadillac Gage in Greenville and worked weekends at Eldora Speedway. He was a member of Ft. Jefferson United Methodist Church.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. David Brisker officiating. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Ft. Jefferson United Methodist Church. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

Connie Louise Coppess (March 7, 2021)

Connie Louise Coppess,  75 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on March 7, 2021 at Reid Health Center in Richmond, Indiana.

She was born in Piqua, Ohio to the late Harold Asher and Lila Lee (Gump) Foster.

She is survived by her husband of 45 years, Jerald "Jerry" Verlin Coppess, whom she married on December 2, 1978; her son Joey (Carrie) Gump of Smith Grove, Kentucky; her siblings, Diana (Gary) Daugherty of Wayne Lakes, Ohio, Tammy (Kent) Mowry of Greenville, Tom (Melissa) Foster of Union City, Ohio, Tonya (Jay) Small of Greenville, Tim Foster (Bernadette Castaneda) of Greenville; her brothers-in-law, Jim (Sandy) Christman of Bentonville, Arkansas, and John Christman of Greenville; her sister-in-law, Joyce Grilliot of New Madison, Ohio; her nephews and nieces, Shawn Foster (Christina Temple), Alex Foster, Justin (Karli) Amspaugh, Sara Goubeaux (Bryan Schott), Tyler (Adelee) Small, Morgan Small (Matthew Sheard), Alicia (Andrew) Davidson; as well as numerous cousins and friends.

Connie was a warm, funny and caring mischief-maker who liked to talk to everyone. Her connections with people and what was going on in the community were her passions. Connie took pride in being a homemaker. She worked faithfully for many years, in a job she loved, as a Nursing Assistant at the Brethren's Home, finishing her career in retail sales. She and Jerry enjoyed traveling many miles on their motorcycle and were lifetime AMA members. Connie was one of those special people who brought joy to everyone around her and she was loved by all.

No public services have been scheduled.

Tribute Funeral Homes will be serving the family.

Online condolences may be shared with Connie's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Norman E. Lyme (March 9, 2021)

Norman E. Lyme age 96, of Versailles passed away at 12:40 AM on Tuesday, March 9, 2021, at Greenville Health & Rehab.

Norman was born May 8, 1924, in Adams Township, Darke County to the late Francis M. & Earline May (Thompson) Lyme. In addition to his parents, Norman was also preceded in death by his wife, Thelma I. (Brown) Lyme whom he married June 30, 1945; son, Marion Michael Lyme; brothers, Forest A., Junior Dale, and Richard H. “Red” Lyme; and sisters, Phyllis Maxine Lear and Catherine L. Brown.

Norman is survived by a daughter-in-law, Sharon (Staver) Lyme of Ansonia; grandchildren, Michael Lyme of Columbus, Lori Fitzpatrick of Reynoldsburg and Jeff & Nicole Lyme of Versailles; great-grandchildren, Caroline Fitzpatrick of Reynoldsburg and William Fitzpatrick of Reynoldsburg; special friend, Joyce Rutter of Versailles; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Norman served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He retired from Miami Industries in Piqua. 

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Friday, March 12, 2021, at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Beamsville Cemetery with full military honors conducted by the Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Friday from 12:00 to 2:00 PM 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.

Dale Edward Monnin (March 7, 2021)

Dale Edward Monnin age 62, of Versailles passed away at 11:57AM on Sunday, March 7, 2021, in Dayton.

Dale was born June 24, 1958, in Greenville to Doris (Subler) Monnin of Versailles and the late Carl Monnin. In addition to his father, Dale is also preceded in death by his grandparents, Felix & Bertha Subler and Clarence & Anna Monnin.

In addition to his mother, Dale is survived by his siblings, Michael & Jean Monnin of Pickerington, Linda (Monnin) & William Spahr of Versailles, Jeffrey & Linda Monnin of Centerville and Lisa (Monnin) & Robert Homan of Ft. Wayne, Indiana; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Dale was a truck driver at Wooten & Sons Trucking in Versailles.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Tuesday, March 16, 2021, at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Jim Duell celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. There will be a private family gathering at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

Guadalupe "Lupe" Self (February 28, 2021)

Guadalupe "Lupe" Self, 81, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Sunday morning, February 28, 2021, at Ayden Healthcare in Greenville.

She was born on October 28, 1939, in Brownsville, Texas, to the late Seferino and Anita (Izeguirre) Castro.

In addition to her parents, Lupe was preceded in death by her daughter, Diane Self; her son, Eugene Self; her sisters, Rosa Cuevas, and Tiburcia "Butch" Garza; and her brother, Seferino Castro.

Lupe is survived by her husband of 61 years, Martin Self, whom she married on November 9, 1959; her son, David Self; her grandchildren, Kelly Spahr, Shelly Spahr, Samantha Voisard, Brandy Hill, Maria Self, David Self, Lacrisha Brandt, Mason Self, and Grace Self; her great grandchildren, Christian Spahr, Martina Spahr, Josalyn Capps, Isabella Capps, Haillie Bush, Mcayla Bush, Hudson Brandt, Harrison Brandt, Lilly Alston, Kylie Hill, Kearra Hill, and Ty Hill. She is also survived by her sisters, Irma Villarreal, Anita Garibay, Connie Flores, and Antonia Armendariz.

A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of Lupe's family. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Online condolences may be left for Lupe's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Richard Jacob Voskuhl (February 27, 2021)

Richard Jacob Voskuhl, age 75, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 27, 2021, at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

He was born on May 10, 1945, in Celina, Ohio, to the late Sylvester and Loretta (Esser) Voskuhl.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his life companion, Deborah Kramer, and his brother Sylvester, Jr.

Richard loved his family, especially his grandsons - they were his pride and joy. He enjoyed going to dances and listening to music. Richard was an avid baseball card collector. He loved poker games with his family. His sense of humor and quick wit made him beloved by all who know him. Everyone was always complimenting on how nice of a guy Richard was. Richard was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville and of the Knights of Columbus.

Richard is survived by his daughters, Lisa Upchurch of Berne, Indiana, and Laura (Rory) Fifer of Bryant, Indiana; his grandchildren, Jarret (Kate) Upchurch, Caleb Fifer, and Gavin Richards; his great grandson, Tobias Upchurch; and his siblings, Carol (Ned) Baumgartner of Fort Wayne, Indiana, Joan (Jim) Pierce of Fort Wayne, and Linda Hufford of Decatur, Indiana.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 11:00 AM on Friday, March 5, 2021, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville, with Father Matt Feist as celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Guests may visit with the family on Thursday, March 4, 2021 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again on Friday from 9:30 AM until 10:30 AM at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus. The rosary will be said on Thursday at 7:00 PM.

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

Margaret Leona Smith (February 28, 2021)

Margaret Leona Smith, 86, in New Madison, Ohio, passed away early Sunday morning, February 28, 2021, at her home surrounded by her family.

She was born on September 19, 1934, in Richmond, Indiana, to the late Earl and Glenna (Maiden Name) Rodgers.

In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph in 2012, whom she married on (Date); her sisters, Phyllis O'Brien, and Earlene Thomas; and her brothers, James and Mark Phillips.

Margaret was born and raised in Richmond, Indiana. After she and Ralph married, they moved to Ohio. She worked at Westinghouse retiring after 20 years. Following her retirement, she worked at the famous Fort Black Buffet in New Madison for 24 years, where she was known for her pot pie. Margaret was a member of the New Madison United Methodist Church and looked forward to the Thursday night dinners with the ladies from church.

Margaret is survived by her children, Teresa Clark and her husband, Steve, of Greenville, Ohio, Scott Smith and his wife, JoBeth, of Fairfield Glade, Tennessee, and Kris Smith and his wife, Rebecca, of Shamong, New Jersey; her grandchildren, Tracy Burns and his wife, Amy, Heidi Brinley and her husband, Josh, Chloe Smith, Bryant Smith, Katie Garvin and her husband, Bryan, Drew Meythaler, Shannon Clark and his wife Brittany; her great grandchildren, Samantha and Claire Burns, Christopher, Caleb and Cole Brinley, Annabelle, Evelyn, and Timothy Garvin, and Navie, Island, and Castle Clark. Margaret also leaves behind her pet and pal, Gizmo, who has been her faithful companion after Ralph passed away.

A private graveside service will be held at the convenience of her family at Glen Haven Memorial Cemetery in Boston, Indiana.

Margaret's family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with her final arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to either the Darke County Humane Society, 7053 OH 49, Greenville, Ohio 45331 or New Madison United Methodist Church, 149 N. Main Street, New Madison, Ohio 45346.

Online condolences may be shared with Margaret's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Berneice A. Baltes (February 24, 2021)

Berneice A. Baltes, forever known as Eldora Speedway's First Lady, passed away on Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at her home in New Weston at the age of 93.

She was born on August 29, 1927, in St. Henry, Ohio, to the late Ferdinand and Isabella (Tobe) Moeller.

In addition to her parents, Berneice was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Baltes, whom she married on April 26, 1947; her brother, David Moeller; her brothers-in-law, Nicholas, Ralph and James Baltes; and her sisters-in-laws, Zelma Ernst, Rita Condon and Bertha Siegrist.

Berneice was a classy lady and enjoy tending to the landscape, especially her flowers. Berneice, and her husband, Earl, started Eldora Speedway in Rossburg, Ohio, where she managed the concessions for nearly 50 years and operated the Eldora Ballroom. She loved auto racing and the racing fans. Berneice was a member of the Dayton Auto Racing Fans and the National Sprint Car Hall of Fame. She was named the "Woman of the Year" by U.S.A.C race organization. Berneice had a love for music, especially Big Band. She was a lady of faith and an active member of St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, where she was a part of the St. Bernard Lady's Guild.

Berneice is survived by her children, Starr (Joe) Schmitmeyer, and Terry (Dee) Baltes; her grandchildren, Chad, Tess, Joey, Josh, Kate, and Tish; her 13 great-grandchildren; her brother, Norman (Pat) Moeller, and her sister, Jeanette Fullenkamp; her sister-in-law, Susie Barga; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10:30 AM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at St. Bernard Catholic Church in Burkettsville, with Father John Tonkin and Father Santiago Gaynor as concelebrants. Burial will follow in St. Bernard Cemetery.

The family will receive guests on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at Tribute Funeral Homes, Greenville Campus, 1000 N. Broadway Street, Greenville, Ohio 45331 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM and again on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until 9:45 AM.

Memorial contributions may be given to the D.A.R.F. Injured Drivers Fund, 1361 Edinburg Drive, Troy, Ohio 45373.

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

Ralph Junior Silvers (February 15, 2021)

Ralph Junior Silvers, 98, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021, at home surrounded by his family.

He was born on January 13, 1923, in Gratis, Ohio, a son of the late Roy and Mae (Coleman) Silvers.

In addition to his parents, Ralph was preceded in death by his wife, Eileen (Schlosser) Silvers, whom he married on December 14, 1945; his sons, Jim Silvers and Jack Silvers; his granddaughter, Sherry Recues; as well as three sisters and one brother.

Ralph retired from Richmond Baking Company and Kessler's Auction Crew. He enjoyed collecting paper weights and eating breakfast out with his family.

Ralph is survived by his daughters, Joyce (Ray) Vanwinkle, and Jill (Les) Spencer, all of New Paris; his grandchildren, Tina Bane, Jimmy Joe Silvers, Angela Richies, Patty Minner, Becky McIntosh, Jack Silvers, Jr., Sara Vanwinkle, and Tony Spencer; several great and great-great grandchildren; and his special friends, Dave Frech and Dave Kessler.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the his family. Burial will follow in Springlawn Cemetery in New Paris.

Ralph's family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with his final arrangements.

Online condolences may be left for Ralph's family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Arnold Ernest McFarland (February 23, 2021)

Arnold Ernest McFarland, 96, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio.

He was born on February 25, 1924, in Dublin, Indiana, to the late James and Emma (Sweet) McFarland.

In addition to his parents, Arnold was preceded in death by his wife, Annie (Hancock) McFarland, whom he married June 8, 1947; four brothers; and one sister.

Arnold served his country honorably in the United States Army, serving in the European Theater during WWII as a 1st Lieutenant in the 80th infantry division. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons for more than 50 years, the AASR Valley of Dayton, and the American Legion. He retired in April 1985 from Con-Rail after a 40-year career in the railroad industry.

Arnold is survived by his four sons, Larry, Rodney, Dale and Bruce McFarland; and his granddaughter, Megan McFarland.

Private burial, with military honors provided by the Greenville Honor Guard, in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison, will be held at the convenience of his family.

Memorial contributions may be made to Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143, P.O. Box 44, Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Arnold’s family has entrusted Tribute Funeral Homes with his final arrangements.

Online condolences may be left for Arnold’s family by visiting www.tributefuneralhomes.com.

Delores J. (Koons-Bunger) Seibel (February 23, 2021)

Delores J. (Koons-Bunger) Seibel age 86, of Greenville passed away at 7:45 PM on Tuesday, February 23, 2021, at her residence. 

Delores was born July 14, 1934, in Darke County to the late William W. & Esther I. (Carter) Koons. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her 1st husband, David E. Bunger; 2nd husband, Robert E. Seibel; and son, Danny Bunger.

Delores is survived by her children, William & Irene Bunger of Greenville, Mark L. Bunger & Kelly Bierly of Greenville and Nikie & Scott Savoy of Richmond, Indiana; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and special friends, Sue Wolfe of Greenville and Mary Wintrow of Greenville.

Delores ironed clothing for businessmen, worked at General Athletics, drove cab for Fritz E. Martin, worked at Derby and Rest Haven Nursing Home. She was a former member of the Greenville Moose. Delores enjoyed crafts, sewing and being outdoors.

A celebration of Delores’s life will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home with her grandson, Jordan McGriff officiating. Entombment will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Garden Mausoleum. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Association of Darke County. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com.

Robert V. Nixon (February 23, 2021)

Robert V. Nixon, 78 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday February 23, 2021 at 11:23 PM at his residence.  He was born March 9, 1942 in Greenville, Ohio the son of the late Walter and Mary Lee (Weaver) Nixon.  He worked for Dayton Power and Light and retired from Vectren 15 years ago.

He was a member of Darke County Parks; Garst Museum; he enjoyed fishing, hunting, trapping; collecting Native American items and artifacts; and loved American History.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife:  Vivian Joan Nixon on July 9, 2020 whom he married June 30, 1962; his brother Larry Nixon.

He is survived by his son:  Steven Nixon of Greenville; his daughter:  Annette Kiser of Greenville; grandchildren:  Dustin, Ashley, & Robbie; great grandchildren:  Skyanne, Tyler, Ryan, D.J., Paisley, & Lily; his sister Linda Lee; and numerous nieces & nephews.

A service will be held on Monday March 1, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish officiating.  Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to the Darke County Park District, or the Garst Museum.

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