Buddy W. Penny Sr. (November 3, 2015)

Buddy W. Penny Sr., age 70 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 3:20 P.M. Tuesday November 3, 2015 at his residence. Buddy was born March 21, 1945 in Piqua, Ohio and the son of the late Aaron and Iva Clare (Shaner) Penny.

He was retired from the Railroad, enjoyed trains, fishing and anything relating to John Wayne.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his step daughters Kim Stephan in 1997 and Deborah Crick in 2005; and brother Milford Penny.

Buddy is survived by his wife Norma J. (Calvert) Penny of Greenville. They were married November 5, 1966. Also daughter Theresa Lynn Johnson of Lynn, Indiana; son Buddy W. Penny Jr. of Greenville; step sons Michael Dale Dunevant and Anthony Scott Dunevant both of Greenville; 20 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren and great great grandchildren; brothers William Penny and Teddy Penny both of Bradford and Aaron Ray Penny of Greenville as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside Memorial Services will be held at the convenience of the family in the Oak Grove Cemetery Ft. Jefferson, Ohio with Chaplain Candy Null officiating. There will be no visitation.

Funeral Arrangements by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

Memorial Contributions may be given to the family.

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

Treva W. Shafer (November 4, 2015)

Treva W. Shafer, 96, of Greenville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at her residence.

She was born July 13, 1919, in Darke County, Ohio, a daughter of the late John Phillip and Mary Olive (Bowers) Schlamb. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, D.R. Shafer on January 11, 2002; a daughter, Deborah Shafer; sisters, Carma Cline, Edna Hetzler and Mary Kathryn Carnahan.

Treva was a devoted, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother and generous to all she knew. She was a homemaker, an avid card player especially euchre and a well-known and talented seamstress.

She was survived by a daughter, Janice (Steve) Gibbons of Greenville; grandchildren, Matthew Gibbons of Gettysburg and Bradley (Julie) Gibbons of Versailles; great grandchildren, Allyson, Madison and Taylor; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and trusted companion, Hunter her labrador retriever.

Services will be held 11 AM, Monday, November 9, 2015 at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Gary Oser officiating. Burial will follow in the Newcomers Cemetery near Pitsburg, Ohio.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday from 10 AM till the time of service. The family request the memorials be given to the State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Catherine Studabaker (November 3, 2015)

Catherine Studabaker, age 84, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2015 at 8:24 AM at her residence. She was born on May 17, 1931 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Hiram & Maude (Applegate) Fourman.

She is survived by her husband, John Studabaker of Greenville, Ohio, whom she married on September 9, 1951; sons and daughters in law, Ben & Susan Studabaker of Greenville and Dan & Robyn Studabaker of Greenville; daughter and son in law, Bonnie & Bill Scheidel of Huber Heights, Ohio; grandchildren, Scott Studabaker, Kristin Studabaker, Lisa (Jason) Ryan, Jill (Billy) Nold, Greg (Chelsea) Scheidel, Jeff Studabaker, Jena Studabaker, Kyle (Erika) Studabaker and Katie (Jordan Lieb) Studabaker; great grandchildren, Jackson Ryan, Luke Ryan, Mallory Nold and Will Nold; 1 brother; 1 sister; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her son and daughter in law, Michael & Cynthia “Cindy” Studabaker; as well as a few siblings.

Catherine attended Greenville Missionary Church in Greenville and was an avid Buckeye and Bengals fan. She enjoyed cooking and most of all spending time with her family. She retired from Ohio Softwater Company after over 30 years of service.

There will be a service held on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Gary Oser officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 11:30 AM until the time of the service.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Darke County Cancer Association or Greenville Township Rescue. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Franklin "Pic" Wayne Ditty (November 2, 2015)

Franklin "Pic" Wayne Ditty, 56, of Richmond, Indiana, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2015 at Reid Hopital. He was born on May 21, 1959 in Greenville, Ohio to the late LaVerne and Phyllis (Peters) Ditty.

Pic enjoyed going to auctions and was a collector of fine auction memorabilia. He always made massive "to-do" lists. Most of all, he loved spoiling his dog Pete. He was a member of the Hillcrest Baptist Church in Richmond.

In addition to his parents, Franklin is preceded in death by nephews Brandon and Justin Peters.

Franklin is survived by his beloved sidekick Pete; son, Daniel Ditty of Greenville; three daughters and son in law, Shannon and David Wysong of Richmond, Rachelle Ditty and Gabriel Hatfield of Richmond and Karlisa Ditty of Greenville; eight grandchildren, Zachary, Austin, Jacob, Meghan, Chandler, Cameron, Jordan, Kaylynn, Adylynn, and one on the way; two brothers, James "Deacon" Ditty of New Madison and Bobby " Petey" and Scherie Peters of Wayne Lakes; two sisters, Marilyn "Sissy" Ditty and Steve Schmidt of New Madison and Linda Woodyard of New Madison; a special cousin and best friend, Ritchie Steele of West Elkeon.

A celebration of life service will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at 1 P.M. at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison, Ohio. Burial will be in Greenmound Cemetery. Family and Friends may visit from 11A.M. until the time of services at 1P.M. also at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Braund Pope Funeral Home.

Arrangements are entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com

Marjorie E. Lyme (November 2, 2015)

Marjorie E. Lyme age 89, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 5:30 P.M. on Monday, November 2, 2015 at her residence. Marjorie was born November 9, 1925 in Piqua, Ohio to the late John Arthur & Lydia Ellen (McVety) Russell.

Marjorie is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Jim & Bev Lyme of Versailles; daughters & sons-in-law, Nancy & Ron Brewer of Versailles and Linda & John Archey of Gettysburg; 11 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; sister, Margaret Smith of Piqua; brother-in-law, Norman Lyme of Versailles; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Marjorie was also preceded in death by her husband, Richard H. “Red” Lyme on August 15, 2007 whom she married December 24, 1949; brothers, Ed, Joe, Harry, Charles, Harold and Johnny Russell; and sisters, Mildred Hartman, Martha Pence, Pauline Mae Jones, Edith Creager and Mabel White.

Marjorie formerly worked at the Buckeye Overall Factory in Versailles and was a homemaker. Marjorie was a member of Area 2 Shetland Pony Club, American Shetland Pony Club and Western Ohio Pony Breeders Association. A long with her late husband, they owned Willowlawn Stables and showed ponies at the Darke County Fair for over 53 years.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Friday, November 6, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Gary Snowden officiating. Burial will follow in Beamsville Cemetery in Beamsville. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Luther L. “Squeek” Strobel (November 1, 2015)

Luther L. “Squeek” Strobel age 75, of North Star, Ohio passed away at 5:15 A.M. on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at his residence. Luther was born September 7, 1940 in Gettysburg, Ohio to the late Louis H. & Izora V. (Bashore) Strobel.

Luther is survived by his wife of 51 years, Judy A. (Groff) Strobel whom he married June 27, 1964; daughters & sons-in-law, LeAnn & Chuck Heitkamp of North Star and Amy & John Bey of Versailles; grandchildren, Kate & Jamie Phlipot, Andrew Heitkamp, Kristin Heitkamp, Brian Heitkamp, Hannah Bey and Mitchell Bey; great-granddaughter, Adalae Phlipot; brother, Carl Strobel of Greenville; sisters, Florence Beaver of Beavercreek and Mary Louise Hamilton of Greenville; brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law, Ron & Kay Groff of North Star, John & Jane Groff of North Star, Bob & Jane Groff of St. Louis, Missouri, Peg & Urban Clune of St. Henry, Elaine & Jerry Singer of New Weston, Roger & Sandy Groff of Sharpsburg and Fred & Linda Groff of Versailles; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Luther was also preceded in death by a brother, Lewis “Hank” Strobel; brothers-in-law, Paul Beaver and Eldean Hamilton; and sisters-in-law, Marge Strobel and Betty Strobel.

Luther served in the U.S. Navy. He worked in the maintenance department at New Idea in Coldwater for 34 years. Luther was a member of the USS Toledo CA-133 Association and the National Rifle Association.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at St. Louis Catholic Church in North Star with Rev. Fr. David Zink celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Louis Cemetery in North Star with Military Honors conducted by the North Star Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 2:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles and Thursday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Duane Edward Saintignon (October 30, 2015)

Duane Edward Saintignon, 73, of Union City, OH, passed away Friday, October 30, 2015 at his residence.

He was born August 3, 1942, in Greenville, OH, a son of the late Bernard Saintignon and Naomi (Thompson) Reed. In addition to his parents, Duane was preceded in death by his grandson, Cole Saintignon; and two brothers, Melvin and Marion Saintignon.

Duane started his long career as a farmer. He was a prolific entrepreneur owning multiple business. He was an electrician by trade owning Shockney’s and Duane’s Electric. He owned the Whistle Stop in Ansonia, Cole’s Front Street Inn in Greenville, Bartonia Restaurant in Bartonia, IN, and D’s Restaurant in Union City, IN. Duane was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Union City, IN and a member of the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his children, Rhonda Saintignon of Union City, IN, Rodney (Danita) Saintignon of Union City, OH, Todd Saintignon of Florence, KY and Derrick Saintignon of Union City, OH; Siblings, Bernard (Rose) Saintignon of Versailles, OH, Donnie (Betty) Saintignon of Greenville, OH, Danny (Mary) Saintignon of Dawn, OH, Kathy Werner of Greenville and Barbara (Larry) Hiatt of Greenville; 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 AM, Thursday, November 5, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Union City, IN with Fr. Christopher Roberts officiating. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Church Cemetery in Union City, IN.

The family will receive friends from 5 – 7PM, Wednesday, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, OH.

Memorials may be made to any charity the donor wishes.

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

John Paul Kelch (October 29, 2015)

John Paul Kelch age 96, of Greenville and formerly of Ansonia passed away at 8:20 P.M. on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. John was born October 14, 1919 in Bradford, Ohio to the late Adam & Anna Mae (Boomershine) Kelch.

John is survived by a daughter, Bonnie Herron of Greenville; grandson, Tim & Angela Herron of Arcanum; great-grandchildren, Adam Herron and Stephanie Herron; sister, Wanda Brewer of Ansonia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, John was also preceded in death by his wife, Doris M. (Miller) Kelch on August 20, 2005 whom he married June 21, 1947; son-in-law, John Herron; sister, Dorothy Kelch; and brother, Lloyd Kelch.

John served in the U.S. Army during WWII and received the Bronze Star Medal. John retired from Ansonia Lumber Yard and formerly worked at Moody’s Auto Sales in Ansonia. He was a member of the Ansonia American Legion, Greenville V.F.W. and Greenville Elks. John was a Volunteer Fireman for the Ansonia Volunteer Fire Department.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, November 4, 2015 at Zechar Bailey funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Lowell Miller officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Versailles with Military Honors conducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Verl Eloise (Richman) Caughran (October 29, 2015)

Verl Eloise (Richman) Caughran, 96, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Thursday, October 29, 2015, at her residence.

She was born October 3, 1919, in Daleville, IN, a daughter of the late Cary and Elsie (Ballinger) Richman.

In addition to her parents, Verl was preceded in death by her sister, Harriet Richman, and her brother, Melvin D. “Bud” Richman.

Verl graduated from Daleville Indiana High School. Afterwards, she attended Ball State university where she was awarded a bachelors degree. She taught music near Union City, IN and in Daleville, IN. She also worked as a clerk on the Maxwell Airforce Base in Alabama.

She is survived by her husband of 74 years, Roy W. Caughran, whom she married October 18, 1941; a daughter, Carol (Raymond) Marion of Covington, OH; 2 grandchildren, Michael (Angela) Marion of Covington, OH and Michelle (Christopher) Kannel of Montpelier, OH; 6 great grandchildren, Corey, Bradley and Ian Marion and Olivia, Dexter and Emily Kannel and Baby Marion on the way.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

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

Daryl Lloyd “Jesse Owen” Plessinger (October 28, 2015)

Daryl Lloyd “Jesse Owen” Plessinger age 64, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 1:01 P.M. on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Daryl was born September 6, 1951 in Greenville, Ohio to the late Lloyd A. & Virginia P. (Westerman) Plessinger.

Daryl is survived by his wife of 43 years, Diane E. (Schlater) Plessinger whom he married July 10, 1972; sons & daughters-in-law, Jesse & Heather Plessinger of Cincinnati and Joshua & Emily Plessinger of Versailles; adopted son, Donald Brogaard of Coldwater; grandchildren, Cayley & William Sietz, Joshua M.C. Plessinger, Jessa Plessinger, Maria Plessinger, Joseph Plessinger, Desiree Brogaard and Dalton Brogaard; great-grandchild, Aaliyah; brothers & sisters-in-law, David & Alberta Plessinger of Greenville and Duane & Cyndie Plessinger of Brookville; sister, Diane J. Plessinger of Versailles; and sister-in-law, Sharon Plessinger of Versailles.

In addition to his parents, Daryl was also preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Plessinger.

Daryl retired from Apex in Piqua in 2014. He loved to work and attend Auctions.

A celebration of Daryl’s life will be announced at a later date closer to spring. Memorial contributions may be made State of the Heart Hospice 1350 N. Broadway Greenville, OH 45331 or the Cancer Association of Darke County P.O. Box 781 Greenville, OH 45331. Arrangements are under the direction of Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Christopher Lewis Ford (October 28, 2015)

Christopher Lewis Ford age 52, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 9:15 A.M. on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at his residence. Christopher was born November 18, 1962 at Pasadena, California to the late James Lewis & Ramona Marie (Sesher) Ford.

Christopher is survived by his wife, Shirley A. (Yoder) Ford whom he married February 13, 2004; step father, Don Grimes of Tipton, Indiana; step children, Delbert Jr. & Jami Yount of Versailles, Pamela & Ken Brewer of Greenville, Sheryl Yount of Greenville and Rick Yount of Greenville; step-grandson, Eric Yount of Richmond, Indiana; dog, Babe; and special friends, Tim Spurlock of Greenville, Dan Hittle Jr. of Greenville and Mike & Suzi Brown of Greenville.

In addition to his parents, Christopher was also preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Elder Lindsey Neal officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Fort Jefferson. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 12:00 to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Betty Mikesell-McCullough (October 26, 2015)

Betty Mikesell-McCullough, 89, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, Monday evening, October 26, 2015 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born December 30, 1925, in Darke County, a daughter of the late William and Forest (Briner) Ellis. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her first husband, Max Mikesell who passed away in March, 1970 after 20 years of marriage; her second husband, Vernon McCullough, who passed away in May, 1999 after 26 years of marriage; and her brother, Ralph Ellis.

Betty was a devout Christian. She had a compassionate and loving sprit which shown through her many years volunteering for hospice and the local cancer society. She was a farmer, and pet lover. She loved her family and enjoyed helping and caring for those in need.

She is survived by her children, Carol Mikesell of Ansonia, OH, Curt (Teresa) Mikesell of Ansonia, OH, Clint Mikesell of Winchester, IN, , Joyce (Bill) Printz of Zanesville, OH, and Sharon Lecklider of Wayne Lakes, OH; grandchildren, Cory (Tonya) Mikesell, Elaine (John) Kuhbander, Jim (Laura) Batten, Scott (Jenifer) Batten, Tammy (Bill) Huwer, Tracy Sease, Anthony (Katherine) Mangen and Kaitlyn (Chris) Fornshil; and numerous great grandchildren.

Services will be held at 11AM, Friday, October 30, 2015 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, with Pastor Gary Oser officiating. Burial will follow in Ansonia Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 5 – 7PM.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 3797 Summit Glen Dr., G100, Dayton, Ohio 45449 or State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway St., Greenville, Ohio 45331.

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

Elnora Kreitzer (October 26, 2015)

Elnora Kreitzer, age 89, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Monday, October 26, 2015 at 4:30 AM at Heartland of Greenville, Greenville, Ohio. She was born on May 26, 1926 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Aldine & Mary (Welbaum) Hawse.

She is survived by her sons, Ronald (Phyllis) Markland of Greenville, Ohio, and Merlin Markland of Greenville, Ohio; grandchildren, Shane Markland, Crystal Markland, Holly Markland, Misty Markland and Megan Finlay; great grandchildren, Jordan Markland, Hannah Worley, Desmond Swartz, Izaac Finlay, Hailey Finlay and Mackenzie Worley; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by first husband, Glen Markland, second husband, Clarence Oda, third husband, Andrew Booher, fourth husband, Leonard Kreitzer; daughter, Linda Sue Markland; son, Donovan Markland; and brothers, Roy, Richard & John Lee Hawse.

Elnora was a member of Stelvideo Christian Church and worked as a factory worker most of her life.

There will be a service held on Saturday, October 31, 2015 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Tracy Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Mote Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 4-7 PM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the donor’s choice. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Linda M. James (October 23, 2015)

Linda M. James, 71 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Friday October 23, 2015 at 5:46 AM at Kettering Medical Center. She was born April 18, 1944 in Jerome, Michigan the daughter of the late Fred & Mary (Love) Belt. She was a pastry chef at Catering by Michael and a member of the Greenville Moose Lodge.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her husband: Wayne James; sons: Michael James, Doug James, & Christopher (Niki) James; grandchildren: Britton & Beckett James; sister: Rosetta (Tommy) Tyson; brothers: Fred Belt Jr., William (Ginny) Belt.

A memorial gathering will be held on Saturday October 31, 2015 at the Greenville Elks Lodge 214 West Third Street, Greenville, Ohio. Private burial will be in Abbottsville Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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

John “Richard” Hartzell Jr. (October 25, 2015)

John “Richard” Hartzell Jr., age 77 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 1:20 P.M. Sunday October 25, 2015 at his residence. Richard was born November 25, 1937 in Darke County Ohio and the son of the late John Richard and Kathryn (Hittle) Hartzell.

Richard was retired from farming and the former Dairy Maid of Greenville.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Priscilla L. (Marshall) Hartzell March 15, 2012. They were married March 19, 1955.

He is survived by his children Rodney (Betty) Hartzell of Greenville, Theresa (Carth) Jones of Bradford, Pam (Brian) Clum of Union City, Ohio and Patty (Brian) Class of Greenville; grandchildren Shawn Jones, Julie Neitzelt, James Jones, Sharon Jones Rostkowski, Rebecca Watson, Richard Clum, Ryan Class and Rachel Class; great grandchildren Katie, Robert, Tonee, Zachary, Ashley, T.J., Adam, Austin, Haylie, Jayden, Conner, Amber, Bryce, Bryanna and Lexie; brothers Elden (Fran) Hartzell of Wauseon, Ohio and Steve (Pam) Hartzell of Rossburg; sisters Janet (Jim) Leis of Rossburg and Marilyn (Tom) Smith of New Madison as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday October 29, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Steve Shoop officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the Center for Neurological Development, 78 West Main Street Burkettsville, Ohio, 45310.

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

Evelyn B. (Downing) McLear (October 24, 2015)

Evelyn B. (Downing) McLear, 76, of New Madison, passed away peacefully on the afternoon of October 24, 2015 at State of the Heart Hospice at Wayne Health Care. Evelyn was born on December 22, 1938 in Hollansburg, Ohio to the late Bland and Lova (Payne) Downing.

Evelyn taught 4th grade students for 12 years at Tri Village School. She.loved music and played the piano, clarinet, saxophone and organ. She also enjoyed gardening, sewing, reading, and most of all spending time with her family.

In addition to her parents, Evelyn is preceded in death by her husband, Barry McLear who passed away on June 23, 2009, and an infant son, Vaughn Scott McLear.

Evelyn is survived by two sons, Benjamin Wesley McLear and Jill Dempsey and Caton Bradley and Teresa Mclear both of New Madison; a daughter, Elizabeth Juliann "Julie" McClear and Steve White of New Madison; a sister, Marilyn L. and Doug Jenkins of Hollansburg; grandchildren, Dagen Chelsie Wayne and William Joseph Wayne White, Wesley Gale and Breanna Jaylyn McLear; step grandchildren, Layton and Cheyenne White and Rick, Olivia, Wyatt and Tyler Dempsey; and 9 great grandchildren.

A celebration of Evelyn's life will be held on Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 10:30 AM at Braund Pope Funeral Home with Rev. Joe Hanna and Rev. Eric Fee officiating. Friends and family may visit from 5-7 PM on Wednesday, October 28, 2015 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Burial will follow in Hollansburg Cemetery.

Services entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home, New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com.

Kenneth D. “Kenny” Dunevant (October 24, 2015)

Kenneth D. “Kenny” Dunevant, 53, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly, Saturday, October 24, 2015 at his residence.

He was born December 14, 1961 in Troy, the son of the late Ward and Delores (Byrd) Dunevant. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Susan A. (Freistuhler) Dunevant, and his step mother, Reola (Coates) Dunevant; and a brother, Ward Dunevant, Jr..

Kenny was a veteran of the US Navy having served from 1980 to 1984. He was a member of the CMA Church in Greenville.

He is survived by his sisters, Cheryl Edwards and Alice Pierce; and nieces nephews, and cousins.

A service with full military honors will be held at 11:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 28, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. till 11:30 a.m.

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

Betty Baker-Schulze (October 24, 2015)

Betty Baker-Schulze, 91 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Saturday October 24, 2015 at 4:45 AM at The Brethren Retirement Community. She was born December 17, 1923 in Darke County, Ohio. She worked for 31 years for Buckeye Overall Company. She was a member of Trinity Wesleyan Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents; 1st husband: Clarence “Bake” Baker; 2nd husband: Clarence “Pete” Schulze; step daughter: Mary Jane Heath; granddaughter: Teresa (Baker) Heistand; sister: Helen Brown; brothers: Robert & Paul.

She is survived by her children: Rev. Kenneth (Janice) Baker of Greenville, Janet (Ronald) Hollowpeter of Greenville; step son: Michael (Eileen) Schulze of Greenville; 7 grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; 4 step great grandchildren; 6 great great grandchildren.

Service will be held on Wednesday October 28, 2015 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Elwood Stuart officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Tuesday October 27, 2015 and 1 hour prior to services in Wednesday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Wesleyan Church Building Fund.

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

Raven Jeanne Burchfield (October 19, 2015)

Baby Raven Jeanne Burchfield was born sleeping on October 19, 2015 to her parents, Geoffery Burchfield and Desiree Barker.

In addition to her parents, Raven is survived by her brother, Axle Burchfield of Greenville; sister, Braylin Burchfield of Greenville; grandparents, John Barker of New Carlisle, Debbie and Gary Kunk Jr. of Greenville and Jill and John King of Greenville.

A service for Baby Raven will be held at 3 PM, November 1, 2015 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison, Ohio with Rev. Michael Fisher officiating. Friends and family may visit from 2 - 3 PM also at the funeral home. Family request memorial contributions be given to the Berry Center at Miami Valley Hospital.

Services entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home, New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to braundpope.com.

Robert J. McGlinch (October 24, 2015)

Robert J. McGlinch, 88, of Greenville passed away on October 24, 2015 at 1:40 am at Heartland Nursing Home in Greenville, Ohio.

He was born July 8, 1927 to Robert and Vergie (York) McGlinch in Greenville, Ohio

Robert served in the US Air Force and retired from General Motors in Vandalia, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Lois Jean (Hangen); son, Craig; granddaughter, Rachel McGlinch; great-grandson, Alec Pohlman; sister, Ruth Lucas and brother, Paul McGlinch.

He is survived by his 2nd wife, Jane (Stoner); children, Pamela (John) Cook and Steven (Patti) McGlinch; daughter-in-law, Linda McGlinch; step-daughter, Jennifer (Tim) McKenney; sister, Martha (Galen) Dickey; grandchildren, Stacey (Dan) Pohlman, Katie (Chad) Plieman, Heather (Greg) Zechar, Amy (Chad) Beanblossom, and Lindsey McGlinch; step grandchildren, Brian (Lorie) McKenney and Emily McKenney; nine great-grandchildren and three step great-grandchildren.

Services will be held on Tuesday, October 27 at 11:00 a.m. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Association of Darke County.

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