Freda M. Marker, 89, of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2009 at 6:07 PM at Heartland of Greenville. She was born on February 24, 1920 in Darke County, Ohio to the late A. D. & Chloris (Golditz) Zeller.
Freda worked at Corning Glass as a Quality Control Inspector and was a member of the Grace Lutheran Church in Greenville.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Kenneth H. Marker, brother George Zeller and sister, Inez Lutz.
She is survived by son & daughter in law, Richard “Dick” & Elaine Marker of Ft. Myers, Florida, grandchildren; Kent & Chin Hui Marker, Vicki & Tony Meinerding and Scott & Janette Marker, great grandchildren; Heather Drew, Brandon Drew, Courtney Lephart and Macie Marker as well as several nieces and nephews.
All service will be private. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be given to Heartland Hospice, 3131 South Dixie Drive, Ste. 208, Dayton, Ohio 45439.
Condolences for the family may be sent to http://www.zecharbailey.com/.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Ruth J. Strait (November 17, 2009)
Ruth J. (Rue) Strait, 76, of Union City, OH and formerly of New Weston, OH, passed away Tuesday afternoon, November 17, 2009 at Ball Memorial Hospital in Muncie, IN.
She was born in Dayton, OH, the daughter of the late Cara A. and Sally Jane (Howard) Rue. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Strait in 1992; sons, Gary Strait in 2001 and Charles Robert Strait in 2005; a daughter, Renea Strait in 2000; brothers, Cary E. Rue and George M. Rue; and a sister-in-law, Marilyn Rue.
Ruth was retired from Fram/Allied Signal in Greenville where she had worked for over 40 years. She was a member of the former New Weston United Methodist Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Gale Strait-Vasquez of Rockford, OH; granddaughters, Laura Maria Vasquez, Stacy Vasquez-Wickey, Andrea Vasquez, Scarlet Amber Strait and Brandy Strait; great grandchildren, Seth, Selena, Javier, Kali, Anthony, Kara and Benjamin "BJ"; brothers, Jimmy H. (Cathy) Rue and Jerry Rue both of Union City, OH; a sister, Peggy (Allen) Thwaits of Celina; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Friday, November 20, at 7 p.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH, with the Rev. Travis Combest officiating. Burial will follow at a later date in the Shook's Chapel Cemetery near Rossburg, OH.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-7 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Toys for Tots.
She was born in Dayton, OH, the daughter of the late Cara A. and Sally Jane (Howard) Rue. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles J. Strait in 1992; sons, Gary Strait in 2001 and Charles Robert Strait in 2005; a daughter, Renea Strait in 2000; brothers, Cary E. Rue and George M. Rue; and a sister-in-law, Marilyn Rue.
Ruth was retired from Fram/Allied Signal in Greenville where she had worked for over 40 years. She was a member of the former New Weston United Methodist Church.
She is survived by a daughter, Gale Strait-Vasquez of Rockford, OH; granddaughters, Laura Maria Vasquez, Stacy Vasquez-Wickey, Andrea Vasquez, Scarlet Amber Strait and Brandy Strait; great grandchildren, Seth, Selena, Javier, Kali, Anthony, Kara and Benjamin "BJ"; brothers, Jimmy H. (Cathy) Rue and Jerry Rue both of Union City, OH; a sister, Peggy (Allen) Thwaits of Celina; and several nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Friday, November 20, at 7 p.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH, with the Rev. Travis Combest officiating. Burial will follow at a later date in the Shook's Chapel Cemetery near Rossburg, OH.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-7 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Toys for Tots.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Norene F. Renfro (November 17, 2009)
Norene F. (Fletcher) Renfro, 83, of Greenville and formerly of Overton Texas, passed away early Tuesday morning, November 17, 2009 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.
She was born in Greenville, the daughter of the late Harry Victor and Eva (Aten) Fletcher. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Renfro on November 26, 1997; brothers, Herman, Roscoe and Chester Fletcher; and sisters, Frances Wilt and Thelma Marie Fletcher.
A homemaker, Norene spent most of her adult life in Louisiana, Arkansas, and eastern Texas areas.
She is survived by a brother, Richard A. (Charlotte) Fletcher of Greenville; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Friday, November 20, at 11 a.m. at the Abbottsville Cemetery with the Rev. Gary Oser officiating.
There will be no public visitation.
Arrangements have been entrusted with the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.
She was born in Greenville, the daughter of the late Harry Victor and Eva (Aten) Fletcher. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Clinton Renfro on November 26, 1997; brothers, Herman, Roscoe and Chester Fletcher; and sisters, Frances Wilt and Thelma Marie Fletcher.
A homemaker, Norene spent most of her adult life in Louisiana, Arkansas, and eastern Texas areas.
She is survived by a brother, Richard A. (Charlotte) Fletcher of Greenville; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held Friday, November 20, at 11 a.m. at the Abbottsville Cemetery with the Rev. Gary Oser officiating.
There will be no public visitation.
Arrangements have been entrusted with the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.
Janet D. Richards (November 14, 2009)
Janet D. (Klepinger) Richards, 73, of Hollansburg, passed away unexpectedly on November 14, 2009 at her residence. She is the daughter of the late Vance and Olga Klepinger.
Janet was a retired teacher of Bellbrook Schools and enjoyed shopping and spending time with her husband.
She is survived by her husband Gary Richards of Hollansburg and a brother Lee Klepinger of Washington State.
Services will be at the convenience of the family.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Janet was a retired teacher of Bellbrook Schools and enjoyed shopping and spending time with her husband.
She is survived by her husband Gary Richards of Hollansburg and a brother Lee Klepinger of Washington State.
Services will be at the convenience of the family.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Carrie E. (Hawkey) Ward (November 11, 2009)
Carrie E. (Hawkey) Ward, 87, of Eldorado, passed away on November 11, 2009, at the Hospice of Dayton. Carrie was born on June 19, 1922 daughter of the late Earl and Viola Hawkey.
Carrie retired as a head cook for the CR Coblentz School District. She was a member of the ETA PI KAPPA Sorority andenjoyed bowling, reading, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren. She married her high school sweetheart, the late Ray Ward on June 28, 1941.
In addition to her parents and husband, Carrie is preceded in death by a son, James Ward and a son-in-law, Larry Shaffer.
Carrie is survived by her daughter, Linda Shaffer of Richmond; a daughter-in-law, Diana Ward of New Madison; four grandchildren, Sherri (Randy) Sparks of Richmond, Julie (Brian) Sandlin of Richmond, Jon Ward (special friend Valerie Tegmeyer) of Greenville and Keith (Stephanie) Ward of Enon; eight great-grand children, Kevon Sparks, Ashlei Sparks, Brian Sandlin, Jr., Tyler Sandlin, Katalina Ward, Johnene Ward, James Ward, Logan Ward; one brother, Carl “Bud” (Juanita) Hawkey of New Madison.
Visitation will be from 6:00– 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at the Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison. The funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2009 also at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of Dayton.
Condolences may be sent to the family at storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Carrie retired as a head cook for the CR Coblentz School District. She was a member of the ETA PI KAPPA Sorority andenjoyed bowling, reading, fishing and spending time with her grandchildren. She married her high school sweetheart, the late Ray Ward on June 28, 1941.
In addition to her parents and husband, Carrie is preceded in death by a son, James Ward and a son-in-law, Larry Shaffer.
Carrie is survived by her daughter, Linda Shaffer of Richmond; a daughter-in-law, Diana Ward of New Madison; four grandchildren, Sherri (Randy) Sparks of Richmond, Julie (Brian) Sandlin of Richmond, Jon Ward (special friend Valerie Tegmeyer) of Greenville and Keith (Stephanie) Ward of Enon; eight great-grand children, Kevon Sparks, Ashlei Sparks, Brian Sandlin, Jr., Tyler Sandlin, Katalina Ward, Johnene Ward, James Ward, Logan Ward; one brother, Carl “Bud” (Juanita) Hawkey of New Madison.
Visitation will be from 6:00– 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, November 15, 2009 at the Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison. The funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, November 16, 2009 also at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Greenmound Cemetery in New Madison. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of Dayton.
Condolences may be sent to the family at storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Wayne A. Yount (November 12, 2009)
Wayne A. Yount, 81, of Greenville, passed away Thursday morning, November 12, 2009 at his residence.A veteran of the US Army having served during the Korean Conflict, Wayne had worked most of his life as a florists having worked for Plessinger Brothers Florists and then 30+ years at Will's Greenhouse in Greenville.
He is survived by his children, Dean Yount of Lafayette, IN, John (Patty) and Doug Yount both of Greenville, Marianna (Ron) Edwards of Bradford and Connie Yount of Worthington, OH; 21 grandchildren,; 15 great grandchildren; and brothers, Walter Yount, Jr. of New Paris, and Marvin Yount of Greenville.
Graveside services with full military honors by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard will be held at the Brock Cemetery, Saturday, November 21 at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Sam Hoeflich officiating.
There will be no public visitation. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the charity of the donor's choice.
Arrangements have been entrusted with the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.
Michael Lee Miller (November 11, 2009)
Mr. Michael Lee Miller of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 9:30 PM Wednesday, November 11th at Wayne Hospital.
Michael was born on September 4th, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. He was the son of Marjorie P. Miller and the late Howard C. Miller Jr.
Michael worked over 40 years as an Independent Athletic Awards Salesman beginning with Neff Lettering, Greenville, Ohio.
Michael is survived by his wife Mrs. Judy Lee (Bisel) Miller of Greenville, OH. They were married July 2nd 1972. Also his 3 sons Michael Plessinger II, John Plessinger, and Stewart Lee Miller, 3 sisters Dona J. (Miller) Kopka, Pamela S (Miller) Hopper and the late Kathleen F (Miller) Applegate, and several nieces and nephews.
A Visitation and Memorial Service will be at Presbyterian Church 114 East Fourth Street, Greenville, Ohio on November 21st. The Visitation will commence at 9:00 AM followed by the Memorial Service 10:00 AM with the Rev. Dr. John Person officiating.
It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions may be given to the Anatomical Gift Program, Wright State University, School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio 45435.
Michael was born on September 4th, 1944, in Dayton, Ohio. He was the son of Marjorie P. Miller and the late Howard C. Miller Jr.
Michael worked over 40 years as an Independent Athletic Awards Salesman beginning with Neff Lettering, Greenville, Ohio.
Michael is survived by his wife Mrs. Judy Lee (Bisel) Miller of Greenville, OH. They were married July 2nd 1972. Also his 3 sons Michael Plessinger II, John Plessinger, and Stewart Lee Miller, 3 sisters Dona J. (Miller) Kopka, Pamela S (Miller) Hopper and the late Kathleen F (Miller) Applegate, and several nieces and nephews.
A Visitation and Memorial Service will be at Presbyterian Church 114 East Fourth Street, Greenville, Ohio on November 21st. The Visitation will commence at 9:00 AM followed by the Memorial Service 10:00 AM with the Rev. Dr. John Person officiating.
It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions may be given to the Anatomical Gift Program, Wright State University, School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio 45435.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Bobby L. Coby (November 11, 2009)
Bobby L. Coby age 75 of Union City, Ohio passed away at 12:49 P.M. on Wednesday, November 11, 2009 at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy. Bobby was born January 26, 1934 in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Oliver & Mary (Goodpaster) Coby.
Bobby was retired. He was a member of the Union City, Indiana, Eagles Lodge #2790 and American Legion of Union City, Indiana.
In addition to his parents, Bobby is also preceded in death by a grandson, Douglas Coby Jr.; brothers, Gerald and Wayne Coby; and sister, Betty Murphy.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Ocellia “Ozzie” (Garland) Coby, whom he married December 15, 1975. He is also survived by his sons & daughters-in-law, Douglas & Judy Coby, Sr. of Bradford, Darrell & Judy Coby of Greenville and Darren Coby of Greenville; daughters & sons-in-law, Roberta & Ron Beyke of Versailles and Farah & Kenneth Grewe of Union City, Indiana; grandchildren, Monica Coby, Leanna Coby, Nikki Coby, Kylie Beyke, Matthew Beyke, Kaitlyn Hughes and Kayden Grewe; numerous step children, step grandchildren, great grandchildren, and step great grandchildren; brothers & sister-in-law, Everett Junior & Ruby Coby of Greenville and Larry Coby of Lynn, Indiana; sister & brother-in-law, Dorothy & Jack Schmidt of Celina; sister-in-law, Martha Coby of Celina and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Don Avore officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. at the funeral home. There will be an Eagles Lodge of Sorrow held at 4:45 P.M. on Saturday at the funeral home conducted by the Union City Eagles Lodge #2790. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with the funeral expenses.
Bobby was retired. He was a member of the Union City, Indiana, Eagles Lodge #2790 and American Legion of Union City, Indiana.
In addition to his parents, Bobby is also preceded in death by a grandson, Douglas Coby Jr.; brothers, Gerald and Wayne Coby; and sister, Betty Murphy.
Bobby is survived by his wife, Ocellia “Ozzie” (Garland) Coby, whom he married December 15, 1975. He is also survived by his sons & daughters-in-law, Douglas & Judy Coby, Sr. of Bradford, Darrell & Judy Coby of Greenville and Darren Coby of Greenville; daughters & sons-in-law, Roberta & Ron Beyke of Versailles and Farah & Kenneth Grewe of Union City, Indiana; grandchildren, Monica Coby, Leanna Coby, Nikki Coby, Kylie Beyke, Matthew Beyke, Kaitlyn Hughes and Kayden Grewe; numerous step children, step grandchildren, great grandchildren, and step great grandchildren; brothers & sister-in-law, Everett Junior & Ruby Coby of Greenville and Larry Coby of Lynn, Indiana; sister & brother-in-law, Dorothy & Jack Schmidt of Celina; sister-in-law, Martha Coby of Celina and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2009 at 5:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Don Avore officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 2:00 to 5:00 P.M. at the funeral home. There will be an Eagles Lodge of Sorrow held at 4:45 P.M. on Saturday at the funeral home conducted by the Union City Eagles Lodge #2790. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with the funeral expenses.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Mervin B. Schulze (November 9, 2009)
Mervin B. Schulze age 80 of Versailles passed away at 9:15 P.M. on Monday, November 9, 2009 at his residence. Mervin was born April 22, 1929 in Celina, Ohio, to the late Joseph & Clara (Bergman) Schulze.
Mervin retired from the Ohio Department of Transportation, where he was a project supervisor with 34 years of service. Mervin served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. Mervin was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles; Versailles Knights of Columbus; Versailles American Legion and the Versailles Eagles. Mervin played for the Osgood Crackers in the Western Ohio Baseball League. Mervin enjoyed bowling, playing cards and camping.
In addition to his parents; Mervin is also preceded in death by his step mother, Mary Huber Schulze and an infant sister.
Mervin is survived by his wife, Eileen (Drees) Schulze, whom he married April 30, 1953. he is also survived by sons & daughters-in-law, Jerry & Judy Schulze of Celina, Thomas Schulze of Versailles, Randy & Kathy Schulze of Fremont and Jon & Shelly Schulze of Versailles; a daughter & son-in-law, Kay & Tom Francis of Versailles; grandchildren, Jennifer & Dan Jacobs, Joe Schulze, Billy & Stephanie Dirksen, Teresa Schulze, Kyle & Jenny Francis, Caden Schulze and Logan Schulze; and great grandchildren, Samantha, Savannah and Alexis Jacobs and Carter Francis.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, November 13, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. David Vincent celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 3:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Friday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Military Graveside services will be conducted by the Versailles Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Versailles Food Pantry Council of Churches.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Lola F. Sullenbarger (November 4, 2009)
Lola F. Sullenbarger age 67 of New Madison, Ohio, passed away at 2:57 P.M. on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana; after a courageous battle with cancer. Lola was born July 3, 1942 in Letcher County, Kentucky, to the late Torrence & Emogene (Pigman) Warrick.
Lola retired from Kroger in Greenville where she was the front end manager.
In addition to her parents, Lola is also preceded in death by a brother, Larry Warrick.
Lola is survived by her husband, Tony Sullenbarger, Jr., whom she married March 21, 1987. She is also survived by a daughter & son-in-law, Lydia & Bruce Campbell of Richmond, Indiana; grandchildren, Michael & Andrea Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana, Adam Smith of Indiana University, Scott Campbell of Richmond, Indiana, and Sarah & Ryan Hughes of Pataskala, Ohio; sister, Lilly Cook of Maysville, Kentucky; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Warrick of Monticello, Kentucky; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved dogs, Maggie & Joey.
Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family in Snell Cemetery in Darke County, Ohio, with Rev. Lowell Miller officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Help the Animals, 2101 West Main Street, Richmond, IN 47374.
Lola retired from Kroger in Greenville where she was the front end manager.
In addition to her parents, Lola is also preceded in death by a brother, Larry Warrick.
Lola is survived by her husband, Tony Sullenbarger, Jr., whom she married March 21, 1987. She is also survived by a daughter & son-in-law, Lydia & Bruce Campbell of Richmond, Indiana; grandchildren, Michael & Andrea Smith of Indianapolis, Indiana, Adam Smith of Indiana University, Scott Campbell of Richmond, Indiana, and Sarah & Ryan Hughes of Pataskala, Ohio; sister, Lilly Cook of Maysville, Kentucky; sister-in-law, Mary Jane Warrick of Monticello, Kentucky; several nieces and nephews; and her beloved dogs, Maggie & Joey.
Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family in Snell Cemetery in Darke County, Ohio, with Rev. Lowell Miller officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Help the Animals, 2101 West Main Street, Richmond, IN 47374.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Maurice VonWihl (November 3, 2009)
Maurice VonWihl, 84, of Greenville, passed away Tuesday evening, November 3, 2009 in Greenville.He was born in Elizabeth, KY, son of the late John VonWihl and Rosa (Putz) VonWihl. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice Mae VonWihl.
Maurice was a bartender for the American Legion. He attended Greenville High School until he entered the Army where he served in the Pacific during WWII.
He is survived by his daughter, Angela Skiles of Greenville; a son Mark Copp; a sister Jeanette "Tootsie" Jenkinson in addition to grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
A public graveside service will be held at the Greenville Cemetery Saturday, November 7 at 10:30 a.m. with Father White officiating.
There will be no public visitation. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to St. Mary's Catholic School.
Services have been entrusted with the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.
Rolland E. Bruner (November 2, 2009)
Rolland E. Bruner age 84 of Rossburg, Ohio, passed away at 5:50 P.M. on Monday, November 2, 2009 at Wayne Hospital in Greenville. Rolland was born January 5, 1925 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Bertie & Viola (Fryman) Bruner.Rolland retired from Hobart KitchenAid in Greenville in 1986, where he was a factory worker. He served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a Gunners Mate 2nd class on the LSM 27, serving in the Pacific. Rolland was a 1943 graduated of Ansonia High School. Rolland was a former member of Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church in Greenville. Rolland was a member of the Whirlpool Retirees; LSM Association; Greenville V.F.W. and Greenville American Legion.
In addition to his parents, Rolland was also preceded in death by his wife, Alta M. (McClancy) Bruner; brothers, Harry, Martin and Albert Bruner; and sisters, Lovina Shaner and Onda Gant.
Rolland is survived by a daughter & son-in-law, Alicia A. & Wayne Hickerson of Van Wert and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 at 10:30 A.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville, with Pastor Ronald Shreffler officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens in Greenville. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Full Military Honors will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.
James R. Greer (November 1, 2009)
James R. Greer, age 97 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Sunday November 1, 2009 at 4:55 AM at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville, Ohio. He was born August 13, 1912 in Bradford, Ohio the son of the late Clarence & Bertha (Michael) Greer. He retired from General Motors-Delco Products of Dayton, where he had been employed for 25 years.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Wife of 61 years Catherine M. (Morris) Greer on April 7, 2001; Daughter in law: Jerry Lou Greer; Brother: Andrew Greer; Sisters: Mary Lafern Greer, Infant sister Margaret Geraldine Greer, & Olive Greer.
He is survived by his Son Gary Greer of Greenville; Granddaughter & husband: Lori & Greg Schmidt of Greenville; Brothers: Denver Greer of Bradford, & Floyd & Virginia Greer of Versailles.
Services will be held on Thursday November 5, 2009 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Lowell Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Newcomer Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday November 4, 2009 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or Cancer Association of Darke County.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Wife of 61 years Catherine M. (Morris) Greer on April 7, 2001; Daughter in law: Jerry Lou Greer; Brother: Andrew Greer; Sisters: Mary Lafern Greer, Infant sister Margaret Geraldine Greer, & Olive Greer.
He is survived by his Son Gary Greer of Greenville; Granddaughter & husband: Lori & Greg Schmidt of Greenville; Brothers: Denver Greer of Bradford, & Floyd & Virginia Greer of Versailles.
Services will be held on Thursday November 5, 2009 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Lowell Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Newcomer Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday November 4, 2009 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or Cancer Association of Darke County.
Shirley E. Tinkle (November 1, 2009)
Mrs. Shirley E. Tinkle, 74, of New Madison and formally of Ridgeville, Indiana passed away peaceably at Rest haven Nursing Facility in Greenville on November 1, 2009 after a brief illness. She is a native of Ridgeville, having been born there on June 18, 1935, the daughter of the late Charles and Conchetta (Stouder) Wooters.
After her marriage to John Tinkle on May 6, 1952 she traveled to many different locations as he was a member of the United Stated Air Force. Upon his retirement from the Air Force in April 1969 they returned to Ridgeville and resided there until they moved to New Madison in 2001
She had several joys in life besides her grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Her greatest acheivment was obtaining her private pilots licence. Other hobbies included the traveling she did while her husband was in the service, being a foster parent for many years, and the cooking and canning of the fruits and vegitables that there yearly garden produced.
She is survived by her loving husband, CMSgt John Tinkle, retired,; three sons, Barry and wife Gwen Tinkle of New Madison, Doug Tinkle of Georgia and Johnnie and wife Chris Tinkle of West Milton; a daughter Star Darling and special friend Frank Valensi of Florida; an adopted daughter Brenda Weeks of Florida. Also surviving are thirteen grandchildren; a sister Sue and husband Ernie Coleman of Tampa, Florida; a brother James and wife Loretta Wooters of Fairview, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents and infant brother.
There will be no public visitation and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
It is the wishes of the family that the memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice in Greenville.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.storchbraundfuneralhome.com.Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
After her marriage to John Tinkle on May 6, 1952 she traveled to many different locations as he was a member of the United Stated Air Force. Upon his retirement from the Air Force in April 1969 they returned to Ridgeville and resided there until they moved to New Madison in 2001
She had several joys in life besides her grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Her greatest acheivment was obtaining her private pilots licence. Other hobbies included the traveling she did while her husband was in the service, being a foster parent for many years, and the cooking and canning of the fruits and vegitables that there yearly garden produced.
She is survived by her loving husband, CMSgt John Tinkle, retired,; three sons, Barry and wife Gwen Tinkle of New Madison, Doug Tinkle of Georgia and Johnnie and wife Chris Tinkle of West Milton; a daughter Star Darling and special friend Frank Valensi of Florida; an adopted daughter Brenda Weeks of Florida. Also surviving are thirteen grandchildren; a sister Sue and husband Ernie Coleman of Tampa, Florida; a brother James and wife Loretta Wooters of Fairview, Indiana; and many nieces and nephews and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents and infant brother.
There will be no public visitation and a memorial service will be held at a later date.
It is the wishes of the family that the memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice in Greenville.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.storchbraundfuneralhome.com.Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Alice Jean Wagner (October 31, 2009)
Alice Jean Wagner, 87, formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 4:32 PM at Sunrise of Englewood, Englewood, Ohio. She was born on July 1, 1922 in Darke County, Ohio to the late H. Verl & Mary (Niswonger) Wright.
She was a member of the Greenville Church of the Brethren and a former member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Eastern Star.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Ralph R. Wagner whom she married on April 12, 1941.
She is survived by daughters and sons in law; Beth & Gary Ehlinger of New Carlisle, Ohio and Gail & Forrest Cope of Clayton, Ohio, grandchildren; Tom (Valerie) Cope, Mike (Kim) Cope, Danielle (Justin) Cope-Pettibone, Matthew (Amy) Ehlinger and Nathan (Melissa White) Ehlinger, 11 great grandchildren, sisters and brother in law; Thelma Studebaker of New Carlisle, Ohio Kay & Dick Weherley of Englewood, Ohio as well as several nieces and nephews.
There will be a service held on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Ron Sherck officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be given to the State of the Heart Hospice.
Condolences for the family may be sent to http://www.zecharbailey.com/.
She was a member of the Greenville Church of the Brethren and a former member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary and Eastern Star.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband Ralph R. Wagner whom she married on April 12, 1941.
She is survived by daughters and sons in law; Beth & Gary Ehlinger of New Carlisle, Ohio and Gail & Forrest Cope of Clayton, Ohio, grandchildren; Tom (Valerie) Cope, Mike (Kim) Cope, Danielle (Justin) Cope-Pettibone, Matthew (Amy) Ehlinger and Nathan (Melissa White) Ehlinger, 11 great grandchildren, sisters and brother in law; Thelma Studebaker of New Carlisle, Ohio Kay & Dick Weherley of Englewood, Ohio as well as several nieces and nephews.
There will be a service held on Wednesday, November 4, 2009 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Ron Sherck officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be given to the State of the Heart Hospice.
Condolences for the family may be sent to http://www.zecharbailey.com/.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Norma Mae Utz (October 29, 2009)
Norma Mae Utz age 80 of Versailles passed away at 12:52 A.M. on Thursday, October 29, 2009 at Wayne Hospital in Greenville. Norma was born July 12, 1929 in Mercer County, Ohio, to the late Oscar & Marie (Baker) Schaadt.
Norma was a homemaker. She was a member of the Versailles United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, Norma is also preceded in death by her husband, Chalmer Utz; grandson, Kenneth Michael Utz; and sisters, Anna Lee Kohlhorst, Bonnie Martens and Margaret Rismiller.
Norma is survived by her sons, Phil Utz of Tishomingo, Oklahoma, Eddie Utz of Columbus, Ohio, and Chris Utz of Tishomingo, Oklahoma; daughters, Patty Utz of Loraine, Ohio, Vicki Kohne of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin, and Karen Utz of Greenville; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; and sisters, Rosemary Knapke of Celina and Lois Gross of Troy.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Linda Dulin officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery in Brock, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Versailles United Methodist Church.
Norma was a homemaker. She was a member of the Versailles United Methodist Church.
In addition to her parents, Norma is also preceded in death by her husband, Chalmer Utz; grandson, Kenneth Michael Utz; and sisters, Anna Lee Kohlhorst, Bonnie Martens and Margaret Rismiller.
Norma is survived by her sons, Phil Utz of Tishomingo, Oklahoma, Eddie Utz of Columbus, Ohio, and Chris Utz of Tishomingo, Oklahoma; daughters, Patty Utz of Loraine, Ohio, Vicki Kohne of Lyndon Station, Wisconsin, and Karen Utz of Greenville; 7 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren; and sisters, Rosemary Knapke of Celina and Lois Gross of Troy.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Linda Dulin officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery in Brock, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Versailles United Methodist Church.
David Dwight Runner (October 28, 2009)
Mr. David Dwight Runner, 68, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2009 at 6:23 PM at his residence. He was born on November 15, 1940 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late William “Bill” & Violet (Riffle) Runner.
David retired from the Union City Body Company and also worked at the Dayton Daily News for many years. He loved gardening, fishing, hunting and antique tractors.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death his wife, Alice Kay Runner whom he married on June 1, 1962; son, William Dwight “Bud” Runner; son in law, Allan Jay “A.J.” Byram; 1 brother and 2 sisters.
He is survived by his son and daughter in law; Cary & Sherry Runner of Greenville, Ohio, daughter; Roxann Byram of Greenville, Ohio, grandchildren; Kaley Byram and Addison Byram, brother and sister in law; Duard “Doc” & Jean Runner of Greenville, Ohio, sister and brother in law; Martha & John Singleman of Greenville, Ohio, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
There will be a service held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Doug Krauss officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Friday, October 30, 2009 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be given to the American Heart Association.
David retired from the Union City Body Company and also worked at the Dayton Daily News for many years. He loved gardening, fishing, hunting and antique tractors.
In addition to his parents he is preceded in death his wife, Alice Kay Runner whom he married on June 1, 1962; son, William Dwight “Bud” Runner; son in law, Allan Jay “A.J.” Byram; 1 brother and 2 sisters.
He is survived by his son and daughter in law; Cary & Sherry Runner of Greenville, Ohio, daughter; Roxann Byram of Greenville, Ohio, grandchildren; Kaley Byram and Addison Byram, brother and sister in law; Duard “Doc” & Jean Runner of Greenville, Ohio, sister and brother in law; Martha & John Singleman of Greenville, Ohio, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
There will be a service held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Doug Krauss officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Friday, October 30, 2009 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions can be given to the American Heart Association.
Tommy A. Thompson (October 28, 2009)
Tommy A. Thompson, 58, of Greenville, passed away early Wednesday morning, October 28, 2009 at his residence.
He was born in Greenville, son of the late Robert and Delores (Boyer) Thompson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Dixie Beckett.
Tom had worked for several years for Marsh Supermarket/Lo-Bill's in Greenville. He later worked for Fauricua in Troy and part time for 9 months at Eikenberry's Super Value.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Gloria B. (Mayo) Thompson, whom he married September 25, 1971; a daughter, Kyrie R. Thompson of Greenville; a grandson, Ty Alan Thompson of Greenville; brothers, Dwight (Sue) Thompson and Joe (Cheryl) Thompson both of Greenville; a sister, Linda (Kerry) Ungericht of Greenville; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with the Rev. Chris Barhorst officiating. Burial will follow in the Arlinton Cemetery near Brookville.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 p.m.
He was born in Greenville, son of the late Robert and Delores (Boyer) Thompson. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister, Dixie Beckett.
Tom had worked for several years for Marsh Supermarket/Lo-Bill's in Greenville. He later worked for Fauricua in Troy and part time for 9 months at Eikenberry's Super Value.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Gloria B. (Mayo) Thompson, whom he married September 25, 1971; a daughter, Kyrie R. Thompson of Greenville; a grandson, Ty Alan Thompson of Greenville; brothers, Dwight (Sue) Thompson and Joe (Cheryl) Thompson both of Greenville; a sister, Linda (Kerry) Ungericht of Greenville; brothers-in-law, sisters-in-laws and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held Saturday, October 31 at 11 a.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with the Rev. Chris Barhorst officiating. Burial will follow in the Arlinton Cemetery near Brookville.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 p.m.
Edythe L. Martin (October 28, 2009)
Edythe L. Martin, 90, of Greenville and formally of Kissimmee Florida, passed away at Wayne Hospital on October 28, 2009. Edythe is the daughter of the late Harry and Nellie (Jordan) Martin.
Edythe is the former owner of the Dairy Freeze in West Manchester, Ohio.
Edythe is preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Ralph Martin; one sister Opal Teaford; two grandsons and one granddaughter.
She is survived by a son, Donald Simpson of Arcanum; one daughter C. Sue Frankman (Richard) of Kissimmee, Florida; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; a step sister, Jane Miller (Richard) and special nieces, Kay Grounds (Bobby) and Connie Manning both of Indiana.
Services will be held in Greenmound Cemetery at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 31, 2009 with the Rev. Richard Frankman being asked to officiate.
Condolences may be sent to the family at storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Edythe is the former owner of the Dairy Freeze in West Manchester, Ohio.
Edythe is preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond and Ralph Martin; one sister Opal Teaford; two grandsons and one granddaughter.
She is survived by a son, Donald Simpson of Arcanum; one daughter C. Sue Frankman (Richard) of Kissimmee, Florida; four grandchildren; six great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; a step sister, Jane Miller (Richard) and special nieces, Kay Grounds (Bobby) and Connie Manning both of Indiana.
Services will be held in Greenmound Cemetery at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, October 31, 2009 with the Rev. Richard Frankman being asked to officiate.
Condolences may be sent to the family at storchbraundfuneralhome.com. Services are entrusted to Storch Braund Funeral Home in New Madison.
Robert Longfellow Jr. (October 27, 2009)
Mr. Robert “Longie” Longfellow Jr., 84, of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, October 27, 2009 at 12:37 PM at his residence. He was born on September 21, 1925 in Union City, Ohio to the late Robert & Clara (St. John) Longfellow Sr.In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his son, Larry Longfellow and daughter Nan Payne as well as 2 sisters and 1 brother.
He is survived by his wife, Lillian (Altick) Longfellow of Greenville, Ohio, whom he married on August 7, 1970; daughters, Linda McCullough of McKinney, Texas, Cathy Dotson of Anna, Texas, Teressa McGuire of Greenville, Ohio, and Steffanie Baker of Savannah, Georgia; 12 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; sister and brother in law, Kay & Ed Curry of Greenville, Ohio; special niece, Denise O’Dell of Greenville, Ohio, as well as numerous other nieces and nephews.
There will be a service held on Saturday, October 31, 2009 at 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Samuel Hoeflich officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Friday, October 30, 2009 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. A full military service will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard. A Lodge of Sorrow will also be conducted by the Elks Lodge on Friday at 7:45 PM at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be given to the State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.
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