Wednesday, November 30, 2011

Barbara L. Buchy (November 29, 2011)

Barbara L. Buchy, age 72, of Columbus, Ohio and formerly of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 6:59 AM at Willow Brook Christian Home in Columbus, Ohio. She was born on March 19, 1939 in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Joseph & Dorothy (Hathaway) Schumeth.

Barbara worked for Greenville National Bank, Fram Corporation, Darke County Courts as well as being a homemaker. She attended Halderman one-room school house in Greenville before graduating from Greenville High School in 1957. Barbara loved gardening, walking, knitting and spending time with friends. She was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Greenville, Lady Bug Garden Club, Cancer Support Group, Red Hat Club, Silver Sneakers, and E-Z Journey Travel Group.

Barbara is survived by her son and daughters in law, Mark and Elizabeth Buchy of Westerville, Ohio and Brenda Buchy of Worthington, Ohio; grandchildren, Luke Buchy, Liam Buchy, Anna Buchy, and Tara Buchy; sister, JoAnn Altic of Greenville.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her son, Todd Buchy.

There will be a Memorial Service held on Tuesday, December 6, 2011 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will be in the Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio, at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers it is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the St. Paul Lutheran Church. Condolence for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com.

Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Francis Eugene “Gene” Ford (November 27, 2011)

Francis Eugene “Gene” Ford, age 83 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 10:17 A.M. Sunday November 27, 2011 at his residence. Gene was born October 11, 1928 in Darke County Ohio and the son of the late Hershel “Jack” Ford and Marie (Jenkinson) Overholser.

Gene was retired from Hobart Brothers of Troy, Ohio. He was a Lifetime member of the Tri-State Tractor and Engine Assoc.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife Reva Lou (Cain) Ford; second wife Iona Marie (Rinard) Ford; son Rodney Ford, infant daughter Martha Lee Ford, brothers Bob and Tom Ford and Sister Jackie Balfour.

Gene is survived by daughters and sons in law—Linda & Nevin Miller of New Madison, Kay & Ron Klosterman of Greenville, Paddy & Rex Cox of Greenville, Jane & Craig Weitbrecht of Kokomo, Ind. and Jackie & Kent Lephart of Arcanum. Son Michael Ford & Cheryle Blankenship of New Madison. Grandchildren & spouses—Dion & Karen Plessinger, Lonnie & Tammy Miller, Shawn Plessinger, Tricia Smith, Luann & Jim Mann, Tracy Canada, Chris & Mary Ann Ford, Lougena & Nathan Mancillas, Jason Ford, Nicole & Jason Taylor, Nathan & Tara Ford, Eliza Weitbrecht, Tanner Lephart, Victoria Weitbrecht and Megan Nims. Great Grandchildren—Kaylin & Jason Henninger, Trever Mann, Alyshia Plessinger, Abby Plessinger, Ashtin Plessinger, Amanda Plessinger, Kelsi Mancillas, Tani Mancillas, Zane Mancillas, Khloe Nims, Sami Miller, Rachel Miller, Marcus Plessinger, Vahn Plessinger, Alexis Ford, Ryan Ford, Jerod Ford, Chelsea Ford, Bailey Ford, Carson Taylor and Brody Taylor. Great Great Grandchild—Ian Plessinger. Sister and brother in law Jo and John Fitzsimmons of Danville, Ill. Step sisters Carla Kimmel and Lisa Overholser both of Greenville. Also numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Thursday December 1, 2011 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Mr. Eric Laux and Pastor John Nunnally co- officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery Ft. Jefferson, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5 until 8 P.M. in the funeral home.

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

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


Clarabel K. Price (November 27, 2011)

Clarabel K. Price, 89, of Grenville, passed away Sunday afternoon, November 27, 2011 at her residence.

She was born June 4, 1922 in the Rossburg area, daughter of the late William and Mary (Hathaway) Lambert. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony A. “Tony” Price on June 21, 1988; a son, Roy; and a sister, Pearl Cox.

Clarabel was retired from the former Corning Glass in Greenville where she had worked for 26 years. She was a member of the Greenville VFW Auxiliary.

She is survived by her children, Marion (Shirley) Price of Rockford, OH, Arthur (Joyce) Price of Piqua, and Betty L. Thompson of Greenville; grandchildren, Kimberly (Carl Jr) Green, Scott (Kelli) Price; Chad Price, Jeremy (Fiance, Heidi Warner) Price, Andrew Adams, Jennifer (Justin) Howard, Brian (Rachel) Price, and Emily Turner; great grandchildren, Jorden and Dylen Price, Carl III, Alexander, Rachel, Logan, and Jaden Green, Chassica, Thomas, Johneth, Connor, Cooper, Brayden and Kaitlyn Price; and a sister, Thelma Barga of Greenville.

Private services will be held at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Brock Cemetery.

There will be no public visitation. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the Cancer Association of Darke County.

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

Monday, November 28, 2011

Ethel Maurine Pontius (November 26, 2011)

Ethel Maurine Pontius, 84, of Greenville, passed away on Saturday, November 26, at Wayne HealthCare. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Albert J. Pontius; son Richard A. (Sharon) Pontius of Columbus; daughter Carol J. Pontius of Dayton; grandchildren Dana and Lisa Pontius of Columbus; sisters Madeline Meyers of Brookville and Janet (Ivy) Iversen of Raleigh; brother Leonard A. (Carol) Smith of Raleigh; sister in law Virginia Evans in the Apostolic Christian Home in Rittman, Ohio; nephews Kurt Meyers of West Milton, Jeff Meyers of Brookville, Larry Iversen of Vancouver and David Iversen of Raleigh.

Ethel was born at Chatham, Ohio in 1927 to her parents Rev. Leonard E. and Edna Smith. She graduated from Doylestown, Ohio High School in 1945, and married Albert in 1949. She worked at the BF Goodrich Co. in Akron, Ohio in public relations. They moved to Greenville in 1965. She graduated from Edison State Community College in 1983, and was a long-time member of the First Presbyterian Church and its Choir.

There will be a service held on Friday, December 2, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Rev. Dr. John Person officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery New Section. Family will receive friends on Thursday, December 1, 2011 from 5-8 PM at the funeral home.

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


Friday, November 25, 2011

Lowell E. Hamilton (November 25, 2011)

Lowell E. Hamilton, 94, of Greenville, passed away early Friday morning, November 25, 2011 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

He was born July 27, 1917 in Anderson, Indiana, son of the late Ira and Grace (Williamson) Hamilton.

Lowell had owned and operated Hamilton Motors in Greenville for 62 years. He was a veteran of the US Army. He was a member of the Greenville Masonic Lodge #143, the VFW Post 7262, and the American Legion Post 140.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis (Nordaker); sons, Lynn (Tennessie) Hamilton, Monty (Nancy) Hamilton, and Randy (Marceena) Hamilton; grandchildren, Vincent Hamilton, Jacqueline (Marne) Palmani, Katie (Tim) Pol, Matt (Stephanie) Hamilton, Kelly (Jim) Otis, Krista Hamilton, Ryan (Brooke) Hamilton, and Lori (Josh) Sharp; 7 great grandchildren.

Private services will be held at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday, November 28 from 5-7 p.m. with the Masonic Lodge having a memorial service at 6:45 p.m.The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the charity of the donor's choice.

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

Paul E. Branson (November 25, 2011)

Paul E. Branson, 85, of New Madison passed away peacefully on November 25, 2011 at Heartland of Greenville. Paul was born on September 18, 1926 in Darke County, Ohio to the late John & Esther (Phillips) Branson.

Paul was a 1944 graduate of Hollansburg High School. He worked for AVCO for over 30 years and later retired from Corning. Paul also worked as a farmer his whole life. He served his country honorably in the United States Army. His passions in life were farming, gardening, wood working and making furniture. Paul was a member of the Beech Grove Church of the Brethren.

In addition to his parents, Paul is preceded in death by his brother, John H. Branson, Jr. and an infant sister.

Paul is survived by his wife, Veeda (Brock) Branson; two sons, Mark and Jean Branson of Greenville and Tim and Sheryl Branson of New Madison; five grandchildren, Jessica Branson of Greenville, Lindsey and Nathan Beatty of Union City, Stephanie Branson of Winchester, Kylie and Seth Graham of Greenville and Leslie Branson of Columbus; and a brother, Clifford and Mary Alice Branson of Nebraska.

The family will receive guests on Monday, November 28, 2011 from 6 - 8 PM at Braund Funeral Home in New Madison. A Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at 10:30 AM also at the funeral home with the Rev. Randy Devor being asked to officiate. Burial will follow in the Greenmound Cemetery. The family requests memorial contributions be given to Tri Village Rescue or Beech Grove Church of the Brethren.

Services entrusted to Braund Funeral Home in New Madison. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundfuneralhome.com


Mary Ann Nease (November 24, 2011)

Mary Ann Nease, 91, of Greenville and formerly of Ansonia, passed away early Thursday morning, November 24, 2011 at the Clare Bridge Cottage of Sterling House in Greenville.

She was born October 8, 2920 in Darke County, daughter of the late Ira Elmer and Myrtle (Freemuth) Riegle. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Hap" Nease on August 3, 2002; a sister, Maida Norris; and a niece, Lisa R. Norris.

Mary Ann had worked at JC Penny's, raised chickens and belonged to Nature Trail. She took pride in her dogs, birds and loved to bowl and golf.

She is survived by a nephew, Mark (Shirley) Norris of Arcanum; a great niece and nephew, Shelly and Craig; and a very dear friend, Keith "Slick" Schlechty of Greenville.

Services will be held at 3 p.m., Saturday, November 26, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday from 1:30 p.m. till 3 p.m. The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be given to Hospice of Dayton.

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

Carl E. Byers (November 19, 2011)

Carl E. Byers, 58, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on November 19, 2011 at his home. Carl was born in Piqua on July 7, 1958 to the late Charles & Mary (Thompson) Byers.

Carl worked as a tree trimmer for Fitzwater Tree Services in Greenville. He loved Fishing, Harley Davidson motorcycles and collecting Indian Hems.

In addition to his parents, Carl is preceded in death by a sister, Jenny Byerly.

Carl is survived by four daughters, Jessica and Kyle Ruse of Greenville, Angie and jason Herron of Covington, Sherri and Jerry Fry of Bradford and Shelly and Jacob Lear of Gettysburg; four brothers, Charles and Pam Byers of Gettysburg, Tim Byers Sr. of Troy, David Byers Sr. of Bradford and Robert Byers of Versailles; three sisters, Sandi Worley of Greenville, Mark York of Florida and Dorothy and jamie Marker of Greenville; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held on November26, 2011, 10 AM at Braund Funeral Home in New Madison with the Chaplain Candy Null being asked to officiate. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery. Family request memorial contributions be given to Heartland Hospice.

Services entrusted to Braund Funeral Home in New Madison. Condolences may be sent to braundfuneralhome.com


Tuesday, November 22, 2011

David L. Oliver (November 20, 2011)

David L. Oliver, 61, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly early Sunday morning, November 20, 2011 at his residence.

Dave was born in Greenville on December 13, 1949. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael and a sister, Sharon.

He worked at F & P America in Troy. He had driven trucks for Dick Lavy Trucking and various others for several years. He was a veteran of the US Army having served in Vietnam. He was a member of the American Legion, VFW, Eagles, and Moose all of Greenville.

He is survived by his wife, Deborah (Bebout)Oliver; sons, Chad (Erin) Oliver of Canton, OH, and Heath (Hillary) Oliver of Mooresville, NC; step children, Joshua (Emily) Bricker of Delaware, OH, and Jennifer Bricker of Marietta, GA; and grandchildren, Sam, Ben, Kate, Madison, and Abigail.

Services with full military honors by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, November 26 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Friday, November 25 from 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, from 10 a.m. till 11 a.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

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

Cecile McCabe (November 20, 2011)

Cecile McCabe, 100 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Sunday November 20, 2011 at 5:58 AM at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville, Ohio. She was born September 25, 1911 in Darke County, Ohio the daughter of the late Sylvester & Emma (Miller) Harter. She worked at Village Flower Shop.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Husband: Warren McCabe; Brothers: Harry, Addison, & Earl Harter; Sisters: Laura Rush, Minnie Brinley, Elsie Teaford, & Ola Marker.

She is survived by her Son: Gerald McCabe of Greenville; Daughter: Myrna Carder of Englewood; 7 Grandchildren; 1 Great Grandchild.

Services will be held on Wednesday November 23, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday November 22, 2011 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Lisa Diane Larsh (November 18, 2011)

Lisa Diane Larsh, age 46 of Hollansburg, Ohio passed away on Friday November 18, 2011 at 4:22 PM at her residence. She was born October 11, 1965 in Greenville, Ohio. The daughter of Margaret (Maloy) Hawes of Hollansburg & the late Lowell Hawes. She was a desk clerk at the Comfort Inn. She was a member of Beech Grove Church of the Brethren.

She is preceded in death by her father.

She is survived by her mother; Sons: Shaun Harless of Traverse City, Michigan, Billy Harless of Greenville; Daughter; Elisabeth Harless at home; Brothers & sisters in law: Larry & Dee Hawes of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, David & Jill Hawes of Illinois, Louie Hawes of Hollansburg; Good friend: Greg Whistler.

Services will be held on Friday November 25, 2011 at 3:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Randy Devor officiating. Burial will follow in Palestine Cemetery. Family will receive friends 1& 1/2 hours prior to services on Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

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

Joseph Lee Vencill (November 19, 2011)

Joseph Lee Vencill, 23 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Saturday November 19, 2011 at 8:26 AM at Wayne Healthcare, Greenville, Ohio. He was born February 16, 1988 in Greenville, Ohio the son of Rebecca (Grisez) Eckard & husband Travis of Greenville, & Clinton Vencill of Greenville.

He was a 2007 graduate of Versailles High School, a member of MDA & loved Nascar, football, wrestling, Darts, & basketball.

He is preceded in death by his cousin: Dylan McClurg

He is survived by his parents; Brother: Andrew Vencill of Greenville, Sister: Amanda Vencill of Greenville; Step sister: Lorissa Eckard of Greenville; Maternal Grandparents: Raymond & Rosemary Grisez of Versailles; paternal grandparents: Vernon & Linda Vencill of Arcanum; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews & friends.

Services will be held on Wednesday November 23, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Tuesday November 22, 2011 at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help defray funeral expenses.

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

Anthony Michael Glass (November 17, 2011)

Anthony Michael Glass, age 15, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 8:49 PM at his residence. He was born on March 6, 1996 in Findlay, Ohio. He is the son of Larry & Gloria (Sloane) Glass of Arcanum, Ohio.

Anthony was a sophomore at Franklin Monroe High School. He was a member of the FFA and loved build things with his hands. Anthony had a passion for animals and loved all kinds.

In addition to his parents he is survived by brothers and sisters, Justin Glass of Arcanum, Michael Glass of Dayton, James Glass of Greenville, Tina Glass, Audri Glass, Susie Glass, DJ Glass, Marcus Glass, Quin Glass, and Ali Glass all live at home.

There will be a service held on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Bill Baker officiating. Burial will follow in the Newcomer Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Monday, November 21, 2011 from 5-8 PM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Darke County Humane Society. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Lowell Everett Jobes (November 17, 2011)

Lowell Everett Jobes, 94, of Greenville, passed away peacefully late Thursday evening, November 17, 2011 at the Versailles Health Care Center, surrounded by his family.

He was born June 22, 1917 in Darke County. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Opal F. (Taylor) Jobes in 1975; two sons, Jay and Jim Jobes; a daughter, Shirley Anderson; brothers, Franklin Valentine and Richard Valentine; and A sister, Ruby Martin.

He was retired from GM in Dayton where he had worked for 30 years. He was an avid woodworker and loved to travel. During WWII he was with a crew that delivered planes all over the world for the government. He was a member of UAW Local 801.

He is survived by his second wife, Geraldine (Schultz) Overholser-Jobes; daughters, Carolyn Jobes of Greenville and Sally (Thomas) Howe of troy; 10 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; and a sister Glenna (Lowell) Hoff of Gettysburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, November 21, at the Oliver-Floyd funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. John McRoberts officiating. Burial will follow in the Abbottsville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 1 p.m. till 2 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Richard J. “Dick” Manix (November 17, 2011)

Richard J. “Dick” Manix, age 68, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2011 at 2:33 AM at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. He was born on October 16, 1943 in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Raymond M. Manix and Mary (Seybert) Manix Marker.

Dick worked at Ansonia Lumber as a Draftsman for 30 years. He was a member of the Army Reserve, Elks Lodge, American Legion in Ansonia, Ohio, and St. Teresa of the Infant Jesus.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his infant daughter, Mary Donna Manix; step father, George Marker; and brother, Michael R. Manix.

He is survived by his wife of 24 years Brenda (Fawbush Rearick) Manix of Greenville, Ohio, whom he married on June 27, 1987; children and spouses, Rawley E. & Jennifer Rearick of Greenville, Ohio, and their children Koralyn and Grayson Rearick, Marie & Gary Meadows of Hinton, West Virginia, David Neargardner of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and Jeanette & Robert Leas of Greenville, Ohio; sisters and brother in law, Paula Haworth of Bonita Springs, Florida and Kathy & Craig Redett of Sarasota, Florida; sister in law, Margaret Manix of Greenville, Ohio; as well as numerous step grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held on Monday, November 21, 2011 at 3:00 PM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Greenville, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. James Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Sunday, November 20, 2011 from 2-6 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

There will be a Graveside Military Service conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard. A Lodge of Sorrow will be conducted by the Elks Lodge on Sunday at 5:45 PM at the funeral home.

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


Thursday, November 17, 2011

June L. Booker (November 17, 2011)

June L. Booker, 90, of Greenville, passed away Thursday afternoon, November 17, 2011 at Heartland of Greenville.

She was born June 21, 1921 in Palestine, daughter of the late Fred L. and Blanche M. (Mosier) Hiatt. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a sister, Mildred Clark, and a brother, Verle Hiatt.

June was a 1939 graduate of Palestine High School. She had worked for several years at the Darke County Auditor’s Office and after retirement volunteered for the Wayne Hospital Auxiliary for several more years. She was a member of the Trinity Wesleyan Church in Greenville and the VFW Auxiliary also in Greenville.

She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Donald Booker, whom she married September 14, 1946; a daughter, Debby (Richard) Sodders of Greenville; a son, Craig A. (Ginger) Booker of Ft. Wayne, IN; grandsons, Josh and Ben Booker; a great grandson, Hayden Booker: a step granddaughter, Amy Sampier; 2 step great grandchildren, Morgan and Brooke Sampier; and 3 nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, November 21, at the Trinity Wesleyan Church with Pastor’s Robert Boyd and Joe Payne co-officiating. Private burial will take place in the Greenville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville Sunday from 2-5 p.m. and at the church Monday from10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Memorial contributions may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice.

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

Laya Frances Brock (November 16, 2011)

Laya Frances Brock, age 85 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2011 at 1:50 PM at Wayne Healthcare, Greenville, Ohio. She was born January 31, 1926 in Cleveland, Ohio the daughter of the late Nasry & Isabelle (Khoury) Shamaly. She was a homemaker.

She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church of Greenville and the Rosary Altar Society of the Church. She had been a very active volunteer for the Darke County Meals on Wheels.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Sister: Joy Mallis.

She is survived by her daughters & son in law: Karen McCoy of Catonsville, Maryland, Sharon Schmidt of Kenosha, Wisconsin, Susan & Mark Maitlen of Greenville; Grandchildren & spouses: Kevin & Anne McCoy, Benjamin & Lisa Schmidt, Kristopher Schmidt, Jennifer & Brian Baker, Sara Maitlen, & Jason Maitlen; 3 Great Grandchildren; Brother: Richard M. Shamaly of Fairfax, Virginia; Sister: Audrey Schindly of Wickliffe, Ohio.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday November 21, 2011 at 11:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 233 West Third Street, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Fr. John White Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM on Monday at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Heart Association.
Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com


Norman E. Gigandet (November 16, 2011)

Norman E. Gigandet, age 69 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Wednesday November 16, 2011 at 7:50 AM at the Versailles Health Care Center. He was born April 23, 1942 in Darke County, Ohio the son of the late Leonard “Jiggs” & Lucille (Smith) Gigandet. He retired from Francis Manufacturing in Russia and he was a professional groundskeeper at Stillwater Valley Golf Course.

He served in the United States Army in the Korean War. He was a 50 year member of the Versailles Eagles # 2347, a member of the Vets Club of Versailles, Amvets of Covington.

He is preceded in death by his parents; Daughter: Karin Gigandet; Granddaughter: Erin Gehle; Brothers: Bob, & Jerry Gigandet.

He is survived by his wife: Myrna (Nickol) Gehle-Gigandet of Versailles; children & spouses: Max & Kris Gehle of Huntsville, Sandy & Roger Grilliot of Versailles, Dennis & Tammie Gehle of Clayton, N.C., Mark & Deb Gehle of Yorkshire, Sharon & Tom Henry of Versailles; 16 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren; Brother & Sister in law: George & Evelyn Gigandet of Versailles; Sisters & Brothers in law: Shelia & Jim Didier of Versailles, Karon & Lyle Crowell of Versailles; Sister in law: Joan Gigandet of Versailles; numerous nieces & nephews.

Graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family in St. Louis Cemetery, North Star, Ohio. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are being handled by Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or The Vets Club

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


Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Mildred C. Scammahorn (November 14, 2011)

Mildred C. Scammahorn, age 97, of Bradford, Ohio, passed away on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 1:55 PM at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio. She was born on October 29, 1914 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Beecher & Emelie (Root) Williamson.

Mildred was a homemaker and also worked at Hannah’s Garden Center, a bookkeeper for S & L Farm Services, and Warner’s Potato Farm. She was a member of the Laura Christian Church, a 52 year member of the American Legion unit 245 in New Madison, Ohio and former member of the American Legion unit 672 in Pleasant Hill, Ohio, where she was the former president of the ladies auxiliary. Mildred was a 1933 graduate of Franklin High School.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, Carl A. Scammahorn whom she married on November 14, 1942.

She is survived by her son and daughter in law, Ron & Kay Scammahorn of Arcanum, Ohio; daughter and son in law, Karyl & Larry Eubanks of New Paris, Ohio; grandchildren, Ronda Scammahorn, Adam Scammahorn, Aaron (Roseanne) Scammahorn, and Heather (Randy) Tegtmeier; great grandchildren, Cody, Brock, and Kade Tegtmeier; sister, Margaret Hocker of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a service held on Friday, November 18, 2011 at 10:30 AM at Laura Christian Church, 1 South Main Street, Laura, Ohio, with Rev. Curt Duncan and Greg Kurtz co-officiating. Burial will follow in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Thursday, November 17, 2011 from 3-7 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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




James O. "Jim" Young (November 14, 2011)

James O. "Jim" Young, 73, of Greenville, passed away Monday morning, November 14, 2011 at his residence.

He was born in Union City, OH, son of the late Clarence O. and Marie (Erwin) Young. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, Paul Young.

Jim was a veteran of the US Army. He was retired from Anchor Hocking Glass in Winchester, IN where he had worked for over 33 years. He was a member of the Community United Methodist Church near Union City.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Karen J. (Bryson) Young; children, Larry Young, LeRoy (Marta) Young, Michael Young, and Jeanette Young all of Greenville; grandchildren, Jessica (fiance, Stetson Santillanes) Yoder, William Yoder, Elizabeth Yoder, Ryan (Jessica) Campbell, and Sarah Campbell; and great grandson, Branson Santillanes; brothers, Charles (Mary Ann) Young of Winchester, IN, Raymond (Shirley) Young of Union City, IN, Ronnie (Rita) Young of Rossburg, John Young of Union City, OH, Bill (Barbara) Young of Arcanum, Bob Young of Greenville, and Walt (Betty) Young of Union City, IN; a half brother, Scott Young of Ansonia; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services with full military honors will be held at 1:30 p.m., Friday, November 18 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Eric Swenson officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens near Greenville.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Thursday from 5-8 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Comprehensive Health Network.

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