Shirley M. Hiestand (May 8, 2013)

Shirley M. Hiestand, 78, of Greenville passed away Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Lifecare Hospitals of Dayton in Miamisburg, OHio.

She was born December 13, 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, daughter of the late William and Lucille (Martin) White. In addtion to her parents she is preceded in death by her sister, Joanne Kaiser.

Shirley was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

She is survived by her husband Nevin E. "Nub" Hiestand whom she married February 12, 1953, 5 children; Krisann (Ted) Riegel of New Carlisle, OH, Greg (Claudia) Hiestand of West Manchester, OH, Brad (Cindy) Hiestand of Rossburg, OH, Karlynn (Dennis) Leeper of Rossburg, OH and Karen (Jim) Eilerman of North Star, OH; grandchildren, April Warren, Jodi Reichert, Samantha Riegel, Shawn Hiestand, Tracy Wendel, Christopher Hiestand, Matt Leeper, Erin Riegel, Ryan Hiestand, Kari Bartrom, Benjamin Eilerman, Seth Eilerman, Nick Hiestand, Joel Eilerman, Brandon Riegel; great grandchildren, Gavin, Kierra, Jacob, Ethan, Hayden, London, Noah, Cole, Sophia, Ayla, Annie, Oliver, Maria, Conner and some on the way. She also has left behind a sister, Charlene (Ralph) Obringer of Coldwater, OH: brother, William White, Jr. of Greenville, OH ;and a brother-in-law Don Kaiser of Greenville, OH.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:30 A.M., Monday, May 13 at St. Mary's Catholic Church with Fr. John White officiating.

Shirley's wishes were that no flowers or gifts be sent, but instead, memorial donation to be made to the Children's Hospital, Dayton, OH.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville, OH

Condolences my be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com

Janet L. Wohlrab (May 8, 2013)

Janet L. Wohlrab, age 84 of Greenville, Ohio passed away Wednesday morning May 8, 2013 at her residence in Greenville. She was born November 20, 1928 in Syracuse, New York and the daughter of the late William and Anna (Kuta) Winters.

She was a homemaker and had been employed as a secretary for Marchal & Marchal Law Firm of Greenville.

She was a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Greenville and the Rosary Altar Society of the church. She also enjoyed playing bridge, hiking, camping and had been an avid skier.

In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Wohlrab in 1996; her daughter Catherine E. Wohlrab in 2011 and six brothers and sisters.

Janet is survived by her son and daughter in law Steve and Jayne Wohlrab of Sylva, North Carolina. Also two grandsons Spencer and Colin Wohlrab, a niece Karen and a nephew Ron.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. Tuesday May 14, 2013 in the St. Mary’s Catholic Church 233 West Third Street Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Father John R. White celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Church Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 9:00 A.M. until 9:45 A.M. in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church or the Darke County Humane Society.

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

William D. Rhoades (May 7, 2013)

William D. Rhoades age 86, of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville. William was born September 6, 1926 in Darke County, Ohio to the late Fern W. & Lelia (Strait) Rhoades.

William was involved in farming most of his life in the Greenville area. He was also retired from the Greenville Post Office following 37 ½ years as a rural mail carrier.

William was a member of the First Congregational Christian Church in Greenville; member of the Darke County Farm Bureau; member of the Darke County, Ohio and National Plowing Associations; served on the Darke County Fair Board for 18 years; past member of the National Brown Swiss Cattle Association; past member of the Greenville Board of Education; member and past master in 1958 of the Greenville Masonic Lodge No. 143 F&AM; member of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton where he was a 32nd degree Mason; and was proud of his 46 consecutive years of planting corn.

In addition to his parents, William is also preceded in death by his 1st wife, Janet L. (Ashman) Rhoades on November 20, 1995; two granddaughters, Krista Rhoades and Kylie Rhoades; brothers, Richard Wayne Rhoades and Ned Rhoades; and a sister, Betty Lee Lewis.

William is survived by his 2nd wife, Wilma (Lephart) “McKibben” Rhoades whom he married November 1999; daughters & sons-in-law, Kathy & George O’Dell, Cindy & Bruce Hunt and Alyce Ann & Bruce Hirsch all of Greenville; sons & daughters-in-law, Dick & Pam Rhoades, Chris & Jan Rhoades and Doug & Leslie Rhoades all of Greenville; grandchildren, Betsy & Randy Gourley, Tara & Jeff Fuhrhop, Molly & Jason Riehle, Dawn & Rick Baker, Kristin O’Dell, Dennis Rhoades, Angela & Mike Moore, Seth Rhoades, Jed & Amy Rhoades, Heather & Tracy Brown, Nathan & Lori Hunt, Holly & Adam Marchal, Ben & Kayla Hirsch, Hannah Rhoades, Sarah Rhoades, Samuel Rhoades and Carrie Rhoades; great-grandchildren, Kayla O’Dell, Colin and Piper Gourley, Will, Tessa and Emily Riehle, Graham Fuhrhop, Aaron and Taylor Jackson, Corbin, Cooper, Saige, Addison, Tylyn and Kylie Rhoades, Riley, Cooper and Meredith Hunt, Foster and Stuart Brown, Cody Durst, Landon and Braxton Marchal, and Americus and Emma Hirsch; step children, Donna & Frank McKibben of Missouri, Tim & Sylvia McKibben of Greenville, Karen & Nathan Sharp of Greenville and their children and grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Friday, May 10, 2013 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Don Myers officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Friday from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. A Masonic memorial service will be conducted by the Greenville Masonic Lodge at 7:45 P.M. followed by the Scottish Rite Ring ceremony. Memorial contributions may be made to the First Congregational Christian Church in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

David “Ernest” Hicks (May 1, 2013)

David “Ernest” Hicks, 74, of Greenville passed away on May 1, 2013. David was born on August 1, 1938 to the late Frank and Mary Gingry Glick.

David was a big racing fan and spent a lot of time at Eldora Speedway. He was a long time employee at the bowling alley in Greenville and loved by many.

In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by a sister, Pearl Steiner; a brother, Ted Glick and a nephew Rick Steiner.

Left to cherish his memory are eight nieces and nephews, Becky Steiner (widow of Rick) of Greenville, Ohio, Sue Holleman of Batesville, Arkansas, Judy Baker, Pat McClendon, Terry Glick, Janey Baker and Brenda Athmer , all of Dixon, Missouri , and Tim Glick of Rolla Missouri; ten great nieces and eight great nephews and twenty seven great -great nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law, Jenny Glick of Dixon, Missouri and a host of friends and other family members.

The family would also like to thank his extended family at Gade Nursing home, where he lived for many years , for such great care.

A celebration of life service will be held for David at 7 PM on May 9, 2013 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Friends may visit from 5:30 – service time also on Thursday. Family request memorial contributions be given to Braund Pope Funeral Home to help with funeral arrangements.

Arrangements entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.braundpopefuneralhome.com.

Irwana Eileen Rhoades (May 6, 2013)

Irwana Eileen Rhoades age 91, of Covington, Ohio passed away at 3:50 A.M. on Monday, May 6, 2013 at Koester Pavilion in Troy, Ohio. Irwana was born February 11, 1922 in Bradford, Ohio to the late Harry & Rachel (Beaver) Diltz.

Irwana is survived by her grandson, David Rhoades of Houston, Texas; and a daughter-in-law, Karen Rhoades of St. Henry, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, Irwana is also preceded in death by a son, Richard G. Rhoades in 1995; and a brother, Leroy Diltz.

Irwana was a member of the First Congregational Christian Church in Greenville; a charter auxiliary life time member of the Covington V.F.W. Post #4235; Piqua American Legion Post #180; Greenville Eagles Aerie #2137 and Greenville Moose Lodge Chapter #102.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles with Pastor Mark Lynch officiating. Burial will follow in Harris Creek Cemetery in Bradford. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 5455 North High Street P.O. Box 163549 Columbus, Ohio 43216-3549. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Jenny Zirkle (May 2, 2013)

Jenny Zirkle age 89 of Greenville, Ohio passed away Thursday May 2, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton. She was born February 5, 1924 in Dayton, Ohio.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Jack Zirkle and her daughter Dawn Armstrong, both of Greenville.

Jenny is survived by her son Charlie (Bonnie) Zirkle of Lebanon, Ohio. Also six grandchildren: Scott (Angie) Armstrong, Ken (Aimee) Armstrong, Mark (Amanda) Armstrong all of Greenville and also Erik Zirkle, Emily Zirkle and Lindsay (Zirkle) Carlson all of Lebanon, Ohio. Eight great grandchildren: Allie, Taylor, Jake and Josh Armstrong, Alexis and Isabella Armstrong, Eli Armstrong and Lydia Carlson. She is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

For many years Jenny and her husband Jack owned and operated Zirkle Beauty Salon in Greenville.

A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 A.M. Saturday May 11, 2013 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 9:00 A.M. until time of the Memorial Service in the funeral home.

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

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

Ralph W. Nichols (May 4, 2013)

Ralph W. Nichols, 91, of Greenville, and formerly of New Madison, passed away on May 4, 2013 at the Brethrens Retirement Community. Ralph was born on August 3, 1921 in Wellston, Ohio to the late Thurman and Martha "Mattie" (Byers) Nichols.

Ralph worked at ALCOA for over 30 years. He was also known around Darke County as the ‘Fuller Brush Man’ selling for over 40 years. Ralph was a member of Beechgrove Church of the Brethren and enjoyed singing in the men’s quartet and harmonica band, singing solos, and teaching children in Sunday school. He loved living at the Brethren Retirement Community where he was very active in the bus trips, playing pool and being in the Wii bowling league. Ralph served his country honorably in the United States Army as a Technician 5th grade 727th Military Police Battalion in WWII. His greatest joys were spending time with family.

Ralph is preceded in death by his wife, Emma; two sisters and three brothers.

Left to cherish his memory is a son, David and Elizabeth Nichols of Austin, Texas; two daughters, Patty and Robin Watkins of Brookeville, Ohio and Anita and Justin Small of Greenville; grandchildren, Joe and Gwynne Watkins of Fortville, Indiana, Tara Watkins and fiancé, James Clinger of Tipp City, Ohio, Michael and Sabrina Small of Greenville, Ohio and Heather Small of Marysville, Ohio; great grandchildren, Micah Watkins, Grant Clark, Kayla Clark and Scarlet Clinger, and many friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison with Rev. Gary Cloyd and Rev. Joe Watkins being asked to officiate. Friends and family may visit on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 from 5 - 8 PM also at the funeral home. Burial will immediately follow services in Hollansburg Cemetery.

The family request memorial contributions be given to the Brethren Retirement Community Residence Aid Fund in honor of Ralph. Arrangements are entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com.

Dawn F. Ragon (May 5, 2013)

Dawn F. Ragon, 52, of Winchester, IN, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, May 5, 2013, at her residence.

She was born August 2, 1960 in Muncie, IN, daughter of the late Rosemary (Barker) Ridenour and Ralph Ridenour of Union City, IN. In addition to her mother she was preceded in death by 2 sisters, Ann Broker and Beth Stewart.

A homemaker, Dawn was a member of the Union City Eagles.

In addition to her father, she is survived by her husband of 34 years, Randy Ragon, whom she married August 2, 1978; a son, Chester (fiancé, Sametha Cain) Ragon of Winchester, IN; daughters, Katrina McDavid of Lima and April Combs of Celina; numerous grandchildren; and a sister, Miriam Taylor of Naples, FL.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday, May 9, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway St., Greenville, OH. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 10 a.m. till 11 a.m.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com

Margaret Catherine Gerlach (May 5, 2013)

Margaret Catherine Gerlach, age 88, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2013 at 7:55 AM at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville, Ohio. She was born on November 18, 1924 in Union City, Indiana, to the late Paul & Jessie (Jackson) Geyer.

She is survived by her children, Jesse Burke of London, Ohio, Michael & Lauri Gerlach of Sayner, Wisconsin, Karen (Harry Bogan) Barhorst of Greenville and Angie & Jay Harmeson of Greenville; grandchildren, James, David, Mike, Steve, and Danny Burke, Erich and Doug Gerlach, Michaela Barhorst, Nick Howard, Mahala Howard and Jacqueline Altizer; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband, Leo Mock on August 19, 1945; second husband, Anthony M. Gerlach on May 3, 1976 whom she married on April 2, 1949; son, Jerome Gerlach; brothers, Robert and James Geyer; and sisters, Mary Howard and Pauline Jennings.

Margaret was a homemaker and a former member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and Rosary Altar Society. She loved dogs, cats and watching the news. She was dedicated to her family and was a very kind souled person.

There will be a graveside service held on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at 11:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Christina Mikesell (May 5, 2013)

Christina Mikesell, 95 of Lancaster, Ohio and formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday May 5, 2013 at 11:05 AM at The Pickering House, Lancaster, Ohio. She was born March 15, 1918 in Greenville, Ohio the daughter of the late Charles & Alma (Garland) Hepner. She was a homemaker.

She was a member of Fort Jefferson Methodist Church, Fort Black Order of Eastern Star, she served as Deputy Grand Matron of Ohio; she volunteered at Wayne Hospital; she was a member of the Nifty Neave Homemakers Club, Alpha Delta Omega Sorority of Greenville; she was an avid card player and she graduated from Greenville High School in 1935.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Husband: James A. Mikesell whom she married May 3, 1942; Son: Thomas E. Mikesell; Brothers: Andrew & Glen Hepner; Sisters: Lourena Oldham & Abbie Corzact.

She is survived by her daughter: Penny Spencer & Harry Risch of Lancaster, Ohio; Grandchildren: Cliff & Angie Campbell, Todd & Amy Foley, Tracy & Lisa Mikesell; Great Grandchildren: Cameron & Ian, Andrew & Adam, Conor & Brent; Niece: Jean Miller of Greenville.

Services will be held on Friday May 10, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Rev. John McRoberts officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Thursday May 9, 2013 at the funeral home. An Eastern Star Memorial Service will be conducted by the Fort Black Order of Eastern Star at 7:45 PM Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Pickering House Hospice 1111 East Main Street, Lancaster, Ohio 43130.

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

Ernest “David” Glick (May 1, 2013)

Ernest “David” Glick, 74, of Greenville passed away on May 1, 2013. David was born on August 1, 1938 to the late Frank and Mary Gingry Glick.

David was a big racing fan and spent a lot of time at Eldora Speedway. He was a long time employee at the bowling alley in Greenville and loved by many.

In addition to his parents, David is preceded in death by a sister, Pearl Steiner; a brother, Ted Glick and a nephew Rick Steiner.

Left to cherish his memory are eight nieces and nephews, Becky Steiner (widow of Rick) of Greenville, Ohio, Sue Holleman of Batesville, Arkansas, Judy Baker, Pat McClendon, Terry Glick, Janey Baker and Brenda Athmer , all of Dixon, Missouri , and Tim Glick of Rolla Missouri; ten great nieces and eight great nephews and twenty seven great -great nieces and nephews; a sister-in-law, Jenny Glick of Dixon, Missouri and a host of friends and other family members.

The family would also like to thank his extended family at Gade Nursing home, where he lived for many years , for such great care.

A celebration of life service will be held for David at 7 PM on May 9, 2013 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Friends may visit from 5:30 – service time also on Thursday. Family request memorial contributions be given to Braund Pope Funeral Home to help with funeral arrangements. Arrangements entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.braundpopefuneralhome.com.

William H. “Bill” Harman (May 4, 2013)

William H. “Bill” Harman, age 87, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday May 4, 2013 at 2:19 PM at Wayne HealthCare Center in Greenville, Ohio. He was born on June 3, 1925 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late John E. & Myrtle A. (Day) Harman.

Bill is survived by his daughters and son in law, Joan Gigandet and Jean & Jerome Hartzell both of Versailles; grandchildren, Tammy (Dan) Drees, Keith (Deb) Hartzell, Denise (Tim) Shimp, Bonnie (Marion) Grillot, Brad Gigandet, Jessica (Jonathan) Gallaway and Allissa (Robert) Caudell; 13 great grandchildren; 5 great great grandchildren; brother, John Harman of Versailles; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his first wife, Bonnie Harman; second wife, Jean Harman; son, Rev. Allan Harman; son in law, Jerry Gigandet; brothers, Carl and Otis Harman; sister, Lois Sigritz.

Bill was a State Inspector for the Agriculture Department for 32 ½ years retiring in 1977. He also worked at the Versailles Oil and Gas from 1960-1996. He was a member of the United States Army Air Corp serving in WWII. Also a member of the Versailles Christian Church where he served as Deacon, usher, trustee, memorial committee and sang in the choir. 44 years on the Versailles Fire Department where he served as secretary for 30 years and 16 years as treasurer of the Darke County Fire Department Association. A member of the Versailles Masonic Lodge #290 and served as Worshipful Master, twice. A 32nd Degree Mason of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Dayton. Was a member of the Versailles Chapter Order of Eastern Star. Past Grand Marshall of the Versailles Poultry Days Parade, President of Versailles Housing Board for 2 years serving on the Housing Board committee for the Senior Citizens, 58 years on the Versailles football chain crew and 4 years as an announcer, blood donor who has donated a total of 97 pints, Boy Scout Master for 1 year, received the Community Service Award from the Masons on March 15, 2002 and Citizen of the Year Award from Versailles Chamber of Commerce on January 28, 2002. He loved golfing, movies, dancing, and playing cards belong to 2 card clubs.

There will be a service held on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Versailles Christian Church, 105 West Ward Street, Versailles, Ohio, with Pastor Dennis Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenlawn Cemetery where there will be a Graveside Military service conducted by the Versailles Veterans Honor Guard. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 from 2-8 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio, as well as one hour prior to the service at the church on Wednesday. A Masonic Memorial Service will be conducted by the Versailles Masonic Lodge and a Scottish Rite Ring Service will be held on Tuesday evening starting at 7:45 PM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Versailles Christian Church, Versailles Emergency Medical Services or Darke County Cancer Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Bob J. Cromer (May 3, 2013)

Bob J. Cromer, age 79, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 9:08 PM at Wayne HealthCare Center in Greenville, Ohio. He was born on May 20, 1933 in Bison, West Virginia to the late Dewey and Della (Akers) Cromer.

Bob is survived by his son and daughter in law, John M. & Donna M. O’Brien of Greenville; daughter Bobbie Sue; grandchildren, Leah Eckstein of Ashland, Ohio and Jordan (Lydia) O’Brien of Arcanum, Ohio; and soon to be great granddaughter, Jocelyn O’Brien.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife Marion A. Cromer whom he married on May 16, 1965; daughter Sherry Lynn; and all his brothers and sisters.

Bob worked for the City Transit in Dayton before retiring from Chrysler. He was a member of the United States Army serving in the Korean Conflict. He was a member of the Jehovah’s Witnesses and loved hunting, fishing and playing the guitar.

There will be a service held on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Brother Robert Fraley officiating. Burial will follow in the Newcomer Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 12-2 PM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Jehovah’s Witnesses. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Lavonna M. Pitsenbarger (May 3, 2013)

Lavonna M. Pitsenbarger, 53, of New Weston, passed away Friday evening, May 3, 2013, at 6:10 p.m., at the Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born March 10, 1960, in St. Mary's, daughter of the late Robert and Margory (Wycuff) Draper.

Lavonna was a member of the Word of Life Worship Center near Union City. She had served as the post mistress in New Weston as well as serving on the New Weston Community Improvement Committee.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Clarence W. "Bill" Pitsenbarger; children, Robert "Billy" Pitsenbarger of New Weston, Holly Marie Markland of Union City, OH; 6 step daughters; 3 step sons; brothers and sisters, John Draper of St. Mary's, Jake Draper of New Weston, Joe Wycuff of Wapakoneta, Mike (Deb) Wycuff of Spencerville, and Lucy McMurray of New Weston, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 7, at the Word of Life Worship Center, 1395 Ellis Road, Union City, OH, with Pastors George Hughes and Larry Hall officiating.

The family will receive friends at the church, Tuesday, from 4-6 p.m. Memorial contributions may be given to help defray final expenses.

Services have been entrusted with the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com.

Gary E. Shepherd (May 3, 2013)

Gary E. Shepherd, 74, of Greenville, passed away Friday evening, May 3, 2013, at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

He was born, October 19, 1938 in Ansonia, son of the late Ralph and Amarilla (Halley) Shepherd. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Steve Shepherd.

Gary was retired from Greenville High School where he had taught auto mechanics for several years. He had served on the Greenville Police Auxiliary and was a veteran of the US Army.

Gary was a member of the Eagles, Moose, and Masonic Lodge all in Greenville and American Legion in New Madison, of which he had served in many offices of the Eagles. He was also a member of the Rolling 50's Car Club, enjoyed square dancing, and helping his wife with her turquoise jewelry business.

Gary is survived by his wife of 51 years, Arlene B. (Reigle) Shepherd, whom he married July 7, 1961; sisters-in-laws, Charlene (Tom) Bergman and Betty Lou Shepherd; an uncle, Tom Shepherd; and nieces and nephews.

Services with full military honors by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, May 8, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery, Ft. Jefferson.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday, from 5-8 p.m. with the Eagles Lodge having a Lodge of Sorrow at 7:30 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Cancer Association of Darke County.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com

Lee N. Thompson (May 3, 2013)

Lee N. Thompson, age 63, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 3, 2013 at 5:39 AM at Heartland of Greenville, Greenville, Ohio. He was born on September 21, 1949 in Piqua, Ohio, to the late Howard H. & Wanda (Preston) Thompson.

He is survived by his brother and sister in law, Michael and Dixie Thompson of Greenville, Ohio; nephews, Jason Thompson; niece, Angela Godwin; 3 great nephews and 1 great niece.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Lee worked at Troy Sun Shade as a janitor.

There will be a Private Service held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the Miami Memorial Park, Covington, Ohio. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Darke County Cancer Association.

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

Richard F. Sander (May 2, 2013)

Richard F. Sander, age 90 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 7:15 P.M. Thursday May 2, 2013 in Rest Haven Nursing Home of Greenville, Ohio. Richard was born December 17, 1922 in Greenville and the son of the late Fred W. and Minnie (Grote) Sander.

Richard farmed his entire life in the Greenville Township area.

He was a veteran of W.W. II serving in the U.S. Army and a lifetime very active member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Greenville, having sung in the church choir for many years. Richard was also a member of the Darke County Farm Bureau and a Lifetime Member of the Greenville V.F.W. and American Legion.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Lester Sander.

Richard is survived by his wife K. Jean (Alberts) Sander of Greenville. They were married May 6, 1944 and celebrating their 69th Anniversary on Monday. Also by his children Richard D. (Carol) Sander, Carol (Bill) Hoop and James (Shelley) Sander all of Greenville. Grandchildren Stephanie Sander Green, Douglass Hoop, Kimberly Hoop Fugett, Jon Sander and Nick Sander; great grandchildren Cole Hoop, Mariah Green, Chase Green, Blake Green, Clay Hoop, Sophia Green, Elsie Fugett and Tyler Fugett; sisters Pauline Willis and Thelma Marker both of Greenville and brother Duane (Doris) Sander also of Greenville. There are numerous nieces and nephews as well.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday May 8, 2013 in the St. John Lutheran Church 7418 State Route 121-N Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Alan Knoke officiating. Burial will follow in the St. John Church Cemetery with Full Military Graveside Services conducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville and on Wednesday 1 hour prior to the services in the church.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to St. John Lutheran Church of Greenville.

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

Elizabeth Janette Amburn Menke (April 26, 2013)

Elizabeth Janette Amburn Menke, 80, of Greenville, died Friday, April 26, 2013, with family by her side.

Elizabeth, "Betty" was born November 24, 1932 in Union City, Ohio, to Clara and Thomas A. Amburn of Union City as the ninth of eleven children.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband Stewart Menke in 2011 and daughter Susan Jayne North in 2012. She is survived by sons, James Michael Menke, Thomas Allan Menke, and daughter Sheryl Layne (Menke) Hannah. Also surviving are her sister, Shirley Fourman of West Milton, Ohio, grandchildren Emily (North) Morris of Lafayette, Ind., Abigail (North) Fischer of Troy, Dr. Anna (Menke) Hatic of Greenville, Robert Menke of Versailles, Austin Emrick of Greenville, Allison and Jennifer Emrick of Mason, Ohio, and Justin Emrick of Anaheim, California. There are also 13 great-grandchildren.

Betty was a rare "force of nature" with a keen intellect, a quick wit, and great sense of humor. She was blessed with enormous musical talent, a love of people, was a great conversationalist with anyone anywhere anytime, and inspiration to her grandchildren. A friend to everyone, Betty showed great courage, self-sacrifice, and unquestioned dedication especially to her family. She approached life with compassion, generosity, and a strong sense of duty. She was adored by her husband of 60 years. Betty's love of Jesus and church life was a foundation secured for her children and grandchildren.

Anyone who knew Betty will miss her greatly.

A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held at Oakland Church of the Brethren on Thursday, May 9 at 7PM.

Flowers should be delivered to Oakland Church of the Brethren, 8058 Horatio Harris Creek Road, Bradford, OH 45308. Phone: 937-448-2287.

Donations may be made to the Susan J. North Art Scholarship Fund through the HOPE Foundation, P.O. Box 438, 201 W. Main St. Greenville, Ohio 45331.

Donations may be made to the Oakland Church of the Brethren Music Fund, P.O. Box 198, Gettysburg, Ohio, 45328. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Paul E. Ulrich (April 30, 2013)

Paul E. Ulrich, 92, passed away Tuesday morning, April 30, 2013 in Greenville, Ohio, and was a resident of Heartland of Greenville for several years

He was born August 11, 1920 in Trotwood, OH, son of the late Robert and Edith (Denlinger) Ulrich. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy (Roeckner) Ulrich in December 2010, and sister, Anne Gilmore.

He had a full life with family, farming, construction, sales at a local farm store, and retired from DeKalb.

His great sense of humor will always be remembered, and he enjoyed music, dancing, boating, woodworking, and roller skating.

He was a very proud veteran of World War II having served in the Army.

He is survived by his son, Kent (Linda) Ulrich; daughter, Marilyn Brumbaugh; son, Barry (Judy) Ulrich; daughter, Jayne (Brian) Connair; and daughter Kim (Dave) Roberts; 13 grandchildren; Jessica, Nicole, Cameron (Amy), and Aaron Ulrich; Lora Jo (Duane) Cook, Greg Brumbaugh, Todd and Bill (Shawna) Ulrich, Mollie (Brian) Watson, Evan (Erica) Connair, Dan (Emilee) Roberts, Leah (Drew) Huffgarden, and Jon Roberts; and 22 great grandchildren.

Services with full military honors by the Greenville Veteran's Honor Guard will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Newcomers Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Contributions may be given to Greenville Veteran's Honor Guards.

Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com

Patricia S. Owens (April 29, 2013)

Patricia S. Owens, age 52 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 4:40 A.M. Monday April 29, 2013 in the Good Samaritan Hospital Dayton, Ohio. Patricia was born June 3, 1960 in Piqua, Ohio and the daughter of the late Lowell and Betty (Smith) Barga.

She was a homemaker and loved landscaping and planting her flowers.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a sister Marie Clarkson February 16, 2006.

Patricia is survived by her husband James W. Owens of Greenville. They were married October 10, 1987. Her special dog Kujo. Also daughters Stacey Hesson of St. Paris, Sherri Robinson of Springfield and Brenda Osterholt of Ansonia. Grandchildren Hannah Pond, Courtney Robinson, Lilly Robinson, Matthew Hoggatt, Susan Hackney, Ashley Hoggatt and Dawson Richards. Great Grandchildren Mylie Austersman, Jayden Hackney, Ayden Hackney, Logan Hackney, Lucas Hackney and Lainee Hackney. Siblings David and Claudia Barga of Bradford, Joe Barga of Aurora, California, Karen Richards of Covington, Pam and Chuck Byers of Gettysburg, Mike and Bonnie Barga of Union City, Ohio, Terry and Bonnie Barga of Englewood, Ed and Belianda Barga of Arizona, Barb and Rick Lear of Houston, Ohio, Jake Barga of Bloomer, Cindy and Chris Hudelson of Bradford, Kay and John Jones of Bradford and Jean and Daryl Swank of Bradford. Also numerous nieces and nephews.

A Private Memorial Gathering will be held in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio at the convenience of the family.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the Charity of your choice.

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