Michael J. Schulze (April 3, 2016)

Michael J. Schulze, age 61, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away suddenly on April 3, 2016 in Florida while scuba diving. Mike had a life full of friends, family and passions. He was a graduate of Versailles High School in 1973, and a graduate of The University of Cincinnati in 1977. He spent his professional years as a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner, retiring in 2014.

Mike loved riding his bike, reading, scuba diving, watching sports, hunting, traveling and most of all spending time with his family and friends.

He was also a member of the St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville, Kiwanis of Cincinnati, a Board Member at Bears Mill and the previous Treasurer of Cancer Family Care of Cincinnati for 8 years.

Mike is survived by his wife Eileen (Buell) Schulze; daughter Jordon Schulze of Covington, Kentucky; step daughters, Katie (Mike) Fenstermaker and Emily (CJ) Jasenski; step son Stephen Maroudiss of California; grandchildren, Mikenzie and Micah Schulze; step grandchildren, Samantha (Fenstermaker) Cox, Mathew and Chloe Fenstermaker and Liam and Charles Jasenski; as well as numerous cousins, aunts and uncles.

Mike is preceded in death by his maternal mother Mary Geiler of Cincinnati, adopted parents Clarence “Pete” and Helen Schulze of Versailles and step mother Betty Schulze of Versailles.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held on Monday, April 11, 2016 at 2:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 233 West Third St., Greenville, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. John R. White celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Monday from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Cincinnati Family Care of Cincinnati and/or Bears Mill of Greenville. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Sharon Elaine Jones (April 5, 2016)

Sharon Elaine Jones, age 63, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 6:02 PM at Kettering Medical Center, Kettering, Ohio. She was born on May 18, 1952 in Cincinnati, Ohio, to the late Fred & Ruth (Mitchell) Lockard.

She is survived by her children, Eva Maloney of Greenville, Joy Jones of Greenville, Christian Jones of Florence, KY, Cain (Brenda) Jones of Erlanger, KY, Amy Deshae Jones of Greenville, Ivy Amanda Jones of Greenville and Regina Rae Coulter of Greenville; grandchildren, James Maloney, Ariel Maloney and Tristan Rollins; great granddaughter, Meadow Maloney-Arrington; sisters, Cindy (Jerry) Meyers of Cincinnati, OH, and Cherie (Dennis) Willoughby of Burlington, KY; brothers, Fred Lockard and Brian Lockard; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives.

Sharon was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville. She loved life and most of all loved spending time with her family.

There will be a private service held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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

Carolyn Brock (April 7, 2016)

Carolyn Brock age 73, of Greenville, Ohio went to be with her Savior at 7:57 A.M. on Thursday, April 7, 2016 at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Carolyn was born November 5, 1942 in Lafayette, Tennessee to the late John & Minnie (Archer) Gibson.

Carolyn is survived by her loving children, James L. Brock of Greenville, Julie & Sam Sponaugle of Bradford, Joy & Mike Tedore of Greenville, John Brock of Greenville, Lenny Brock & Jeannie of Greenville and Jill & Jimmy McAlpin of Greenville; loving grandchildren, Jimmy Brock, Lacey Wooten, Jenna Fleming, Michael Tedore, Chaz Tedore, Brittany Falknor, Tiara Tedore, Josh Brock, Christina Reed, Dalton McAlpin, Noah Reed, Lucas McAlpin and Chloe McAlpin; numerous great-grandchildren; brother, Roland Gibson of Greenville, South Carolina; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, Carolyn was also preceded in death by her husband, Leonard James Brock; grandson, Jared Tedore; sister, Freda F. Gibson; and brothers, Doc and Lee Gibson.

Carolyn retired from Fram Corporation in Greenville and was a member of the First Assembly of God in Greenville.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, April 11, 2016 at the First Assembly of God 7219 St. Rt. 118 in Greenville with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or the Cancer Association of Darke County. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Carl Henry, Jr. (April 2, 2016)

Carl Henry, Jr., 80, of Union City, Ohio, passed away, Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Wayne Health Care in Greenville, Ohio.

He was born August 11, 1935 in Portland, Indiana, a son of the late Carl Ora Henry, Sr. and Opal (Stevens) Henry. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Veo (Rose) Henry; brother, Larry Henry; and sister, Darlene White.

Carl was a musician and played drums with many bands over the years. He had worked in several different factories and construction jobs. He was a member of the Elks in Portland, Indiana, and Greenville Eagles.

He was survived by his sons, Gary (Judy) Henry of Greenville, Ohio, and Tony (Rhonda Johns) Henry of Union City, Ohio; grandchild, Jason Leroy Henry; and brother-in-law, Dean White.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12 PM on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Ansonia Church of God with Pastor Dave Hackney officiating. Private burial will be in Teegarden cemetery.

The family requests that memorial contributions be made to the funeral home to help offset funeral expenses.

Oliver Floyd Funeral Home entrusted with the arrangements.

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

Frances Maxine Baker (April 4, 2016)

Frances Maxine Baker age 98, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 1:09 P.M. on Monday, April 4, 2016 at Heartland of Greenville. Maxine was born September 10, 1917 in Greenville, Ohio to the late John Frederick & Hazel Kathryn (Gerber) Ditmer.

Maxine is survived by her daughters & son-in-law, Christy Quinn of Bristow, Virginia and Carol & Gene McGuire of Englewood, Ohio; brother, Jerry Ditmer of Palm Bay, Florida; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great grandchildren; and a large loving extended family.

In addition to her parents, Maxine was also preceded in death by her husband, Don D Baker; sons, Joe Baker and Ted E Baker; daughters, Sandra Pilcher and Mary Jean Kauffman; great-great granddaughter, Alaina; brothers, Charles, Bobby, Fritz, Jake and Don Ditmer; and sisters, Mary Helen Hathaway, Jean Bertram and Gayle Goodrich.

Maxine worked as a medical assistant for Dr. Paul Caris in Greenville and Dr. Robert Bertram in Delaware. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Greenville.

The family would like to thank the staff at Heartland of Greenville and Heartland Hospice for the care, compassion and respect given to Maxine. The family would also like to acknowledge the wonderful staff at Oakley Place where Maxine resided for 2 ½ years prior to moving to Heartland.

Maxine was loved for her gentle nature and admired for her green thumb. She always had the time for everyone and she especially enjoyed young people.

A private graveside service in Abbottsville Cemetery in Darke County, Ohio will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Ohio Valley 4440 Lake Forest Drive, Suite 120 Cincinnati, OH 45242. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Zane Dwight Arnold (March 24, 2016)

Zane Dwight Arnold passed away on March 24, 2016 at Kettering Medical Center, Kettering, Ohio. He is the son of Paul & Erin (McIntosh) Arnold of Greenville, Ohio. In addition to his parents he is survived by paternal grandparents, Nathan & Cindy Arnold of Greenville, Ohio; material grandparents, Gary & Gloria McIntosh of Trenton, Ohio; maternal great grandparents, Winton & Barb McIntosh of Trenton, Ohio and Mary Knake of Trenton, Ohio; as well as aunts, uncles and cousins. Our little angel will never be forgotten.

Zane was preceded in death by his paternal great grandparents, Dwight & Zara Arnold and his maternal great grandparents, John & Esther Strausbaugh.

Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com. A private graveside service will be officiated by Pastor Steve Shoop at Emanuel Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio at the convenience of the family.

Otto D. Smith (April 1, 2016)

Otto D. Smith, age 86 of Bexley, Ohio passed away at 11:35 AM Friday April 1, 2016 at the Mount Carmel Hospital-East Columbus, Ohio. He was born April 27, 1929 in White Cottage, Ohio and the son of the late Oliver and Lillis (Geiger) Smith.

Otto was a Veteran serving in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956.

He graduated from college with his BS Degree in Agriculture Education in 1956 and later in 1965 with his Masters in Agriculture Education. Otto began his professional career as a Vocational Agriculture Teacher from 1956 until 1958, then worked as a Naturalist with the Columbus Metro Parks from 1958 until 1960 followed by a teaching position with the Columbus Public Schools from 1960 until 1988 at which time he began farming until just recently.

Otto was a 49 year member of the Capital City Lodge, the Aladdin Shrine and Scottish Rite. He sang with the Columbus Maennerchor, the Scottish Rite Choir and a soloist at the Central Presbyterian Church. His hobbies where nature, music and antiques.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers and sisters Wilbur Smith, Walter Smith, Roy Blair Smith, Viola Mae York, Charles Smith and Irene Kilmore Ufferman.

He is survived by his wife Marylouise Lindemuth Smith of Bexley. They were married Christmas Eve in 1960. Also numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday April 7, 2016 in the Greenville Cemetery Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. There will be no public visitation.

Arrangements by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

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

Linda Kay Myers (April 03, 2016)

Linda Kay Myers, age 73, of Greenville, OH, passed away, Sunday, April 03, 2016 at Village Green in Greenville.

She was born Friday, January 01, 1943 in Ironton, OH, a daughter of the late Rev. Frank and Mildred (Spence) Malone.

In addition to her parents, Linda was preceded in death by her brother, Frank Malone.

Linda loved playing poker with her friends and family, listening to country music and spending time with her grandkids. She had a generous and kind soul and would often go out of her way to help someone in need. Linda was a member of the Eagles and held a state office, She was once a member of the Troy Country Music Association.

Linda is survived by her Husband, Donald Myers, of 21 years, whom she married December 24, 1994;a daughter, Kimberly Miller of Ansonia, OH; 2 grandchildren, Joe (Ashely) Miller, Jr. of Arcanum, OH, Krystal K. (John) Stewart of Ansonia, OH, 2 great grandchildren, Emmett and Abner Miller of Arcanum, OH; 3 sisters, Ceceilia (Ed) Slaughter of Ironton, OH, Rose Mary (Earl) Roach of Casstown, OH, and Marjorie (Ed) Brammer of South Point, OH.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, April 09, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Chaplin Candy Null officiating. Burial will follow at a later day.

Family and friends may visit Saturday from 1:00 PM until the time of the service at 2:00PM.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice.

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

Gene F. Richards (April 1, 2016)

Gene F. Richards, 89, of Hollansburg, Ohio, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2016, at The Oakley Place in Greenville. Gene was born on January 13, 1927, in Whitewater, Indiana to the late Amon and Letha (Sharrit) Richards.

Gene served his country honorably in the U.S. Army from July 1945 to October 1946 in World War II. He was a member of the Congregational Christian Church of Hollansburg. Gene retired as postmaster of Hollansburg after 29 years. He lived most of his life in Hollansburg.

In addition to his parents, Gene is preceded in death by his brothers, Amon Niles, Dickie, Jack, Gary, Billy and Steven and his sisters, Jane Weschke, Marylyn Kenworthy, Lois Arthur, and Janet Richhart.

Gene is survived by his sister, Joan Teaford Bennett of Oregon; two brothers and sisters in law, Danny and Wilma Richards and Tommy and Carolyn Richards all of Hollansburg; and many, many nieces and nephews whom he loved very much.

A celebration of life service will be held at the Congregational Christian Church of Hollansburg on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at 10:30AM with Pastor Joe Hanna officiating. Family and friends may visit on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 from 5-7PM at the Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Burial will follow in the Hollansburg Cemetery. Military Graveside services will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the American Legion Post 708 in Hollansburg or to the Congregational Christian Church of Hollansburg. Arrangements are entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison

Condolences may be left for the family a www.braundpope.com

Elmer H. Price (April 1, 2016)

Elmer H. Price, 95 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Friday April 1, 2016 at 9:40 PM at the Brethren Retirement Community. He was born June 29, 1920 in Liberty Township Darke County, Ohio. He is the son of the late Alba Robert & Lula M. (Phillips) Price. He was a farmer.

He graduated from Palestine High School he was in F.F.A.; & 4 H Club; he was a member of EUM Church in Union City, Ohio; & was a Township Trustee for several years.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his daughter: Michelle A. Ison; brothers: Earnest, & Gene Price; sister: Orpha Sayer.

He is survived by his wife: Thelma (Fike) Price of Greenville whom he married August 25, 1946; his son: Michael L. Price of Albion, Indiana; 6 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; brother: Willard Price of Union City, Indiana.

Services will be held on Wednesday April 6, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Palestine Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Tuesday April 5, 2016 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or American Diabetes Association.

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

Doris Virginia Marsh (March 31, 2016)

Doris Virginia Marsh, 98 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Thursday March 31, 2016 at 11:07 AM at her residence. She was born October 6, 1917 in Byesville, Ohio the daughter of the late Robert D. & Mary Alice (Strauch) Hare. She was a salesperson for Grays Jewelers.

She was a member of First United Methodist Church, Eastern Star of Bradford, Oder of the White Shrine of Greenville which she was a past officer; & Treaty City Homemakers.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her 1st husband: William C. Farra in 1945 who was M.I.A. in World War II; 2nd husband: Seren C. Marsh; grandchildren: Infant Shaffer, Richard L. Farra, & Kelli A. Holsopple; great great grandchild: Taylor Bronson; brother: Robert Hare; 1/2brother: William Hare

She is survived by her daughter: Judith A. Holsopple of Greenville; step daughters: Nancy L. (Robert) Shaffer of Lynchburg, Ohio, Carol A. (Glenn) Payne of Fairfield, Ohio; 19 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren & great great grandchildren.

Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at Abbottsville Cemetery with Pastor Angela Meeks officiating. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or First United Methodist Church.

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

Leo G. Witwer (March 31, 2016)

Leo G. Witwer, age 91 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 8:55 P.M. Thursday March 31, 2016 at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center Greenville, Ohio. He was born July 29, 1924 in Darke County, Ohio and the son of the late Harley and Myrtle (Cassel) Witwer.

Leo was retired from Delco Products/General Motors of Dayton, Ohio in 1979 where he had been employed as an accountant.

He was a Veteran of W.W. II serving in the U.S. Army and a recipient of the Purple Heart. A member of the Oakland Church of the Brethren, former member of the Gettysburg School Board, Delco Products 25 year Club, former board member of the Darke County AAA, Darke County Jury Commission, Treaty City Shuffleboard Club, Greenville V.F.W., American Legion, Elks , Eagles and Moose Lodges. Also a 70 year member of the Gettysburg Masonic Lodge and a member of the Leisure Acre Park of Sebring, Florida.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Waldo Witwer.

Leo is survived by his wife Jeanne M. (Ruth) Witwer of Greenville. They were married April 12, 1947. Also his children Michael L. (Charlotte) Witwer of Huntsville, Georgina (Jim) Shahan of Englewood and Brian L. (Tammy) Witwer of Tipp City; grandchildren Andy (Katrina) Shahan, Jeff (Andrea) Witwer, Mollie Trupp, Sherry (Brian) Goss , Matthew Witwer, Michael Witwer and Megan Witwer; great grandchildren Kassie, Addison, Teddy, Wyatt, Landon, Waylon, Eve and Lily as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday April 9, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish and Pastor Bill Kidwell co-officiating. Burial will be held in the Gettysburg Cemetery. There will be Full Military Honors conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard on Saturday in the funeral home. The family will receive friends on Friday April 8, 2016 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the funeral home. The Gettysburg Masonic Lodge will conduct a Masonic Memorial Service on Friday at 7:30 PM in the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the Oakland Church of the Brethren Bradford, Ohio.

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

Dennis McClurg (April 1, 2016)

Dennis McClurg, 64, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Friday, April 1, 2016 at Wayne Health Care.

He was born March 24, 1952 in Greenville, Ohio, son of the late Mark and Velma (Bromagem) McClurg.

Dennis was a retired project engineer for Doss Business Systems and a member of Greenville Missionary Church. He was a 1970 graduate of Greenville High School.

He is survived by his wife, Christy (Kimmel) McClurg whom he married on July 8, 1995; his children, Rachelle and Scott Downing of New Madison, Sarah and Walt Veselka of Reedsville, WV, Mark McClurg and Susan Jones of Auburn, AL, Seth McClurg and Tahlisha Johnson of Athens, GA; step son, Brian Elliot of Muncie, IN; grandchildren, Alexandra, Madelyn and Meghan Downing, Flynt and Heath Veselka; step grandchildren, Kamen, Kayson and Kadan Elliot; sisters, Joyce Elaine Hayes of Greenville and Nadine Yvonne Sanders of Deltona, FL; father and mother in law, Don and Mary Loxley of Troy, OH; and several nieces and nephews.

The family request that memorial contributions be given to American Heart Association or Diabetes Associations.

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

James H. “Jim” Wilson (March 19, 2016)

James H. “Jim” Wilson, age 84, of Greenville, Ohio, and spent winters in Okeechobee, Florida, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at his residence in Florida. He was born on June 13, 1931 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Damon & Helen (Halderman) Wilson.

He is survived by his son, Dennis Wilson of Greenville; daughter, Lynne Wilson of Greenville; grandson, Michael (Heather) Wilson; great grandchildren, Preston, Parker and Peyton all of St. Mary’s, Ohio; granddaughter, Kristy (JD) Leininger of Beavercreek, Ohio.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor “Ellie” Wilson; son, Michael L. Wilson; and brother, Thomas Wilson.

Jim was the owner and operator of Peoples Livestock and Wilson Brothers Livestock market in Greenville along with being a farmer his entire life. He was a member of the United States Navy serving in the Korean War on the U.S.S Taluga. He was a lifetime member of the Greenville Veterans club and an avid fisherman in Canada and Florida. Jim was inducted into the NTPA Hall of Fame in 2015 and loved spending time with his family.

There will be a graveside service held on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 1:00 PM at Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Terry Haworth officiating. The Greenville Veterans Honor Guard will be conducting a Graveside Military Service. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

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

Richard Roy Rentz (March 31, 2016)

Richard Roy Rentz, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, March 31, 2016, at The Brethren Retirement Community. He was born on July 15, 1926, in Greenville, Ohio to the Carl Glander and Helen E. (Hickman) Rentz.

Richard was a 1944 graduate of Greenville High School. He also was a 1948 graduate from the Miami Ohio University. Earlier in his life, Richard had also attended St. Paul Lutheran Church in Greenville. He was a member of the First Presbyterian Church where he sang in the choir for more than 20 years. In the middle of his life, Richard had lived in Englewood, Illinois. Vocal music and performing organ music were his pleasures in life.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his brothers, John H. Rentz and Robert C. Rentz.

There will be a graveside service on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at 1:30 PM at the Greenville Union Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor John Person officiating.

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

Barbara A. Young (March 30, 2016)

Barbara A. Young age 82, of Ansonia, Ohio passed away at 9:32 A.M. on Wednesday, March 30, 2016 at her residence. Barbara was born May 20, 1933 in Allen Township, Darke County to the late Grover Lee & Ethel Kathryn (Whittington) Lambert.

Barbara is survived by her son & daughter-in-law, Kerry J. & Julia Young of Greenville; daughter, Sherry L. Young & fiancé, John Rossi of Gahanna; grandchildren, Jason & Jenay Young of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, Kavan & Tonya Young of Cedarbluff, Mississippi, and Jessica & Justin Wofford of Steens, Mississippi; great-grandchildren, Jason “Jake” Young, Kirklyn Young, Abigail Young, Hayden Wofford and Logan Wofford; sister & brother-in-law, Sandra & Heinz Kraack of Piqua; nephews, Brian Kraack of Beavercreek and Michael Kraack of Boston, Massachusetts; beloved pets, Jack and Puss Puss; and many loving friends.

Barbara retired in 2000 from Master Industries in Ansonia. She was a graduate of Ansonia High School and a life member of the Greenville Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 2177. She loved and enjoyed her family and friends more than anything.

A celebration of Barbara’s life will be held at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, April 4, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with a Lodge of Sorrow conducted by the Greenville Eagles Ladies Auxiliary 2177. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Ted E Baker (March 27, 2016)

Ted E Baker, 64 a 12 year resident of Heartland Nursing Home of Greenville, passed away on Sunday March 27, 2016.

Ted was preceded in death by his father Don D Baker, sisters Mary Jean Kauffman, and Sandy Pilcher and his brother Joe Baker.

Ted is survived by his mother Maxine Ditmer Baker, sister and brother in law Carol and Gene McGuire, and sister Christy Quinn.

Ted’s wonderfully magnetic personality was beloved by all who met him.

Ted will be missed during the 2016 July Ditmer reunion.

The family would like to thank his friends who shared their hearts and their families with Ted. The family would also like to thank Heartland Nursing Home and Heartland Hospice for the care, compassion and respect given to Ted.

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

Virginia R. Hatch (March 27, 2016)

Virginia R. Hatch, age 88 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 8:35 AM Sunday March 27, 2016 at Heartland Nursing Home of Greenville. Virginia was born January 28, 1928 in Greenville, Ohio and the daughter of the late William Oscar and Rose Bertha (Henry) Grubb.

She retired in 1990 from Fram Corporation of Greenville following 33 years of employment and was a member of the Bible Fellowship Church of Greenville. Virginia loved to take care of her flowers, traveling across the United States with her late husband David, camping and reading.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband David R. Hatch in 1997; granddaughter Lisa Anderson in 1991 and brother Joe Grubb in 1977.

Virginia is survived by her children Kenneth (Margaret) Hatch of Union City, Ohio and Cheryl (Jack) Rader of Greenville; 4 grandchildren; 4 step grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren and step great grandchildren; brother David (Betty) Grubb of Rossburg and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday March 30, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Chris Cobb officiating. Burial will follow in the Miami Memorial Park Cemetery Covington, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 1:00 PM until time of the services in the funeral home.

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

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

Larry Allen Bemis (March 24, 2016)

Larry Allen Bemis age 68, of Greenville, Ohio and formerly of Union City, Ohio passed away at 5:56 A.M. on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at Wayne HealthCare in Greenville. Larry was born February 7, 1948 in Union City, Indiana to the late Lowell & Mary (Wilcox) Bemis.

Larry is survived by his sister, Sharon Ault of Marysville, Ohio; nephews, Russell, Randy and Ronald; and a niece, Carol.

Larry served in the U.S. Army. Larry retired from Dickman Supply in Greenville and formerly worked at Dollar General in Greenville.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Jack Amspaugh (March 24, 2016)

Jack Amspaugh, also known as “Poppa Tiger”, 84, of Ansonia, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, March 24, 2016, at Pine Knoll Rehabilitation Center, Winchester, Indiana. He was born on August 13, 1931, to Albert “Jinx” and Hazel (Boyer) Amspaugh in Darke County, Ohio. He attended Ansonia High School, graduating in 1950 where he was involved in all sports available at that time.

Jack married Patricia (Whittington) Amspaugh on January 26, 1951, who preceded him in death in 2002. He retired from Frigidaire in 1983 after 30 years of service. After retirement Jack and Pat spent most of their time in Sturgis, Michigan, fishing, golfing and enjoying life. He worked odd jobs just to support his golf habit.

Jack was an active member of Ansonia Methodist Church, was a lifetime member of the Miami Valley Moose Legion 103 and was also active in the Fraternal Order of Eagles in Sturgis, Michigan. He was very involved with his community over the years but was best known as Poppa Tiger because of his involvement in the sports programs at Ansonia High School, especially the girls softball team, attending all games, home & away.

Jack is survived by his children, Susan (Ted) Boerger of Bradenton, Florida, and Larry (Anita) Amspaugh of Union City, Indiana, his grandchildren, Jeremy (Lisa) Boerger, Bill (Heather) Boerger & Amanda (Sam) Wise, A.J. (Heidi) Amspaugh & Kyle (Ashlee) Amspaugh, Jennifer (Neal) Gray and April (Steve) Billenstein, and 17 great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Patricia, he was preceded in death by his parents and his son, David Amspaugh.

There will be a memorial service for family and friends on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 1 PM at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Ron Hoesksema officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive guest at the funeral on Tuesday from 11 AM to 1PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ansonia Athletic Boosters.

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