Alice V. Stutz (March 30, 2013)

Alice V. Stutz, 77, of Arcanum, passed away late Saturday afternoon, March 30, 2013 at her residence surround by her loving family.

She was born September 9, 1935 in Amory, Mississippi, daughter of the late Selma and Susie (Williams) Ford. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brothers, Edward (Rosa) Ford and Cecil (Mary Sue) Ford; and a brother-in-law, Leon Stutz.

A homemaker, Alice helped her husband on the family farm. She was a member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in Ithaca.

Alice is survived by her husband of 38 years, Ralph E. Stutz, whom she married June 28, 1974; children, Dan Gaddy, Pat (John) Phlipot, Tammy (Jay) Merzke, Steve (Durinda) Stutz, and Wayne (Lori) Stutz; grandchildren, Danny (Jeorgene) Gaddy, Josh (Jennifer) Gaddy, Allison (Mike) Walls, Stephanie Gaddy, Amy (Rich) Hadden, Stacey (Jesse) Reynolds, John "Weasel" (Megan) Phlipot, Matt Phlipot, Mindy Phlipot, Aaron (Miranda) Merzke, Melanie Merzke, Holly (James) Dotson, Mariah Mareno, Alaina Merzke, Steve (Dani) Stutz, Jr., Chasity Stutz, Kristopher Stutz, Tyler Stutz, Amanda (Mitch) Arnett, Michael Stutz, Kyle Stutz, Kraig Lawrence, and Kyle Klingensmith; 26 great grandchildren and 2 expected; brothers and sister, Clovis "Punk" (Mabel) Ford, Jim "J.C." (Becki) Ford, and Gladys (Charles) Robinson; and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 11 a.m., Wednesday, April 3, at the St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, 6825 St. Rt. 722, Ithaca, OH, with Pastor Joene Herr officiating. Burial will follow in the Ithaca Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway St., Greenville, OH, on Tuesday from 5-8 p.m., and at the church Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway St., Greenville, OH 45331.

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

Charles L. Prether (March 30, 2013)

Charles L. Prether age 86, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 8:15 A.M. on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at the Brethren Retirement Community. Mr. Prether was born October 28, 1926 in Darke County, Ohio. He was the son of the late John and Tressie Prether.

After receiving an honorable discharge from the United States Army, he came back to Darke County to farm the family farm. For many years, he was employed by and retired from Provico Inc. Mr. Prether was a lifelong member of Beech Grove Church of the Brethren serving in many different ways through the years. Throughout his life, he was an active member of the community. A few of his activities were serving on the Liberty Local School District school board first as a member then as board president, being a 4-H Advisor, volunteering for State of the Heart Hospice and most recently serving as a member of the Darke County Planning Commission.

Surviving are his wife of nearly 64 years, Edith (Curtner), daughter Deborah Wiltshire and husband David of Plymouth, Michigan, son Terry Prether and wife Kris Stred of Kirkland, Washington, sister Juanita Mikesell and brother in law Bob of Greenville, Ohio, and brother Robert Prether and wife Lucy of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

He leaves behind his cherished grandchildren Brooke and Tyler Conn, Matt Prether and fiancée, Ellie Peterson, Mark and Teresa Wiltshire, Eric and Malina Wiltshire, Lara and Nathan Ray and Katie Davis. Great grandchildren are Eli and Madelyn Conn, Brennen and William Wiltshire, and Chloe Ray. He will be missed by his other brothers and sisters in law, nieces, nephews and many close friends.

A private graveside service will be held at the discretion of the family. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Brethren Retirement Community Chapel 750 Chestnut Street Greenville with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. The family will receive friends on Saturday, April 6, 2013 from 1:00 to 2:30 P.M. at the Chapel. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Brethren Retirement Community Resident’s Aid Fund. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Helen L. Ross (March 29, 2013)

Helen L. Ross age 90, of Palestine, Ohio was reunited with her husband and son. Helen peacefully passed away at 5:00 A.M. on Friday, March 29, 2013. Helen was born January 26, 1923 in Oxford, Wisconsin to the late Neal & Mildred (Cummings) Houslet.

Helen is survived by a granddaughter, Rachel & Bryan Duncan of Palestine; grandson, Aaron Ross of Palestine; great-grandchildren, Evan Duncan and Chelsea Duncan; daughter-in-law, Rebecca Schultz of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Helen is also preceded in death by her husband, Herman E. Ross on August 4, 2001; son, Jim Ross; brother, Neal Houslet; and sisters, Maxine Houslet and Beth Roney.

Helen was a retired school teacher and raised Standard Bred Race Horses. Helen was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Greenville and the Darke County Harness Horseman’s Association. She was a former member of the Eastern Star.

A funeral service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in Palestine Cemetery in Palestine. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

John Edmond Singleman (March 28, 2013)

John Edmond Singleman age 86, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 7:14 P.M. on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Heartland of Greenville. John was born February 27, 1927 in Hughestown, Pennsylvania to the late John David & Clara K. (Oberer) Singleman.

John is survived by his wife, Martha L. (Runner) Singleman whom he married June 15, 1948; son, Douglas Singleman of Greenville, Ohio; daughters & sons-in-law, Linda & Dan O’Brien of Grand Blanc, Michigan, Nikki & Barry Stevens of Wapakoneta, Ohio and Leslie & Don Rismiller of Russia, Ohio; 12 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Bertke of Rossburg, Ohio; half sister, Jan & Mike Purdy of Rochester Hills, Michigan; and faithful dog, Daisy.

John worked for 33 years for the U.S. Postal Service as a rural mail carrier; he was the former Post Master at New Weston and former Officer in Charge at the Rossburg Post Office. John served in the U.S. Navy during WWII. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville and Greenville Chapter of the Knights of Columbus. John was the former Mayor of New Weston, 1st long term care Ombudsman in Darke County and was the former President and Vice President of the Ansonia Board of Education.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church 233 West Third Street Greenville with Rev. Fr. John R. White celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Greenville with Military Graveside Services conducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Donna Kay Wright (March 26, 2013)

Donna Kay Wright, 73, of Greenville passed away March 26, 2013 at her home in Greenville. She had recently been diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

She was born March 11, 1940, in Greenville, Ohio, the daughter of Donald Richard and Gwendolyn Irene (Rehmert) Neiswonger. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Fred Wright; sister, Rebecca Neiswonger, and brother, James William Neiswonger.

After retirement, Donna was very involved with volunteering locally. At different times, she volunteered for Friends of the Library, North School, Woodland Heights, Humane Society, Crime Stoppers, Hospice, Red Cross, and Darke County Park District. She received and 2002 VFW Citizen of the Year and 2003 VFW State Volunteer of the Year award. She helped establish the Darke County Birders Club, the Darke County Canoe and Kayak Club, and began the Greenville Creek clean-up

She was involved with many of the St. Paul Lutheran Church committees, served on church council, and was the first cook for the soup kitchen. She worked as church secretary for Grace Lutheran Church. For many years, she helped as a poll worker. Donna was active with the Republican Party, having served as treasurer of the Darke County Republican Executive Committee, and served on the Central Committee. She received the Darke County Party's Republican of the Year Recognition.

Donna is survived by son, William Norvell of Miami, Florida ; daughter-in-law and husband, Emiko and David Augsburger of Greenville; grandchildren, Nicholas Norvell and Ryan Augsburger of Greenville, two great-grandchildren; and special friend, Steve Miller. She is also survived by brother, Tom (Cindy) Neiswonger of McMinnville, Oregon; sisters, Jennifer (Richard) Wagle of Weatherford, Texas; Mary (Carl) Welsh of Lawton, Oklahoma; Uncle Phil and Aunt Marjory Rehmert of Greenville; and several cousins, nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at St. Paul Lutheran Church 131 East Fourth Street Greenville with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in the old section of Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville and Saturday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at the church. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be left to St. Paul Lutheran Church of Greenville and State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Tom Inman (March 24, 2013)

Tom Inman, 63 of Union City, Ohio passed away on March 24, 2013 at the Kettering Medical Center. Tom was born on September 7, 1949 in Fort Wayne, Indiana to Mary Lou Scroughum and the late Elzie Inman.

Tom had worked for Workhorse Chassis in Union City, Indiana. He served our country in the United States Army, during the war in Vietnam. He was a member of the VFW in Greenville, OH. He was always doing something to keep him busy. He loved woodworking and made various items. He also collected coins, had a big interest in old cars and going to car shows. He loved to work in his garden and also loved cooking and fishing. Tom was a devoted husband, father and brother and a super grandfather.

Tom is preceded in death by his father; a brother, Daryle Lee Inman, and a granddaughter, Lexy Pharr.

Left behind to cherish his memory is his mother, Marylou Scroughumof Ft. Wayne, Indiana; his wife, Esther(Cauldwell)Inman, who he married on July 09,1993; sons and daughters in law, T.J and Stacy Inman of Greenville, OH and Scott Smedley and friend Penny Gerke-Williams of Decatur, IN; daughters and sons in law, Chasity and Levi Vinson of Union City, IN and Denise and Jaime Oakes of Englewood, OH; ten grandchildren, Devin Frankman, Dorian Inman, D’Juan Sanchez, Ashton, Braxtin, Zayne Inman, Candace Bettinger and partner Corby Rickert, Tristin Pharr, Jenessa and Isiah Smedley; brother and sister in law, Howard and Sheri Inman of Greenville, OH; sisters and brother in law, Violet Klackner of Greenville, Dixie and Bob Bloom of Fort Wayne, IN, Germaine Main of Marathon, FL, Claudia Smith of Greenville, OH, Laura and Jerry Woodyard of Greenville, OH.

Private family services will be held at a later date. The family wishes that memorial contributions be made to Kettering Medical Center, 3535 Southern Blvd., Kettering, OH 45429. Braund-Pope Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be sent to braundpope@woh.rr.com

Marvin Leo Barger (March 26, 2013)

Marvin Leo Barger, 84, of Greenville (Wayne Lakes), passed away Tuesday morning, March 26, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton, Ohio.

He was born October 17, 1928 in Jay County, Indiana, son of the late Charles Abraham and Lucy (Burkey) Barger. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a daughter Scarlet (Barger) McSherry; brothers, Kenneth, Leon, Arlie, Jack, Carl, Glen, and Robert Barger.

Marvin was retired from GM in Dayton, Ohio where he had worked for 31 years.

He is survived by his wife Bernice (McGahey) Barger whom married in Portland, IN in 1948; children, Lugene Barger of Dayton and Doug Barger of Wayne Lakes; grandchildren, Heather Battles, Alan McSherry, Brett McSherry, Sarah Copas, Elizabeth Copas, Katherine Petersen, Lorraine Barger, Amy Barger, Adam Barger, Lisa Barger; great grandchildren, Jennifer, Scarlet,Thomas, Caitlyn, Autumn, Selah, Noelle; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, April 1, 2013 at Ft. Jefferson United Methodist Church in Fort Jefferson, Ohio with Pastor Doug Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Spring Hill Cemetery in Ft. Recovery, Ohio.

The family will receive friends at the church on Monday from 9:30 a.m. till the time of services.

Arrangement have been entrusted to Oliver-Floyd Funeral in Greenville, Ohio.

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

Betty L. Keyser (March 24, 2013)

Betty L. Keyser age 76, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 9:52 P.M. on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton. Betty was born September 1, 1936 in Somerset, Kentucky to the late James A. & Fannie (Everidge) Osborne.

Betty is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, James & Maria Keyser of Troy and David & Joyce Keyser of Salina, Kansas; daughter & son-in-law, Susan & Adren Cox of Louisville, Kentucky; 11 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren; sisters & brother-in-law, Anna L. Foy of Lexington, Kentucky and her twin sister, Bonny & Milt Beasley of Miamisburg; and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Betty is also preceded in death by her husband, Earl W. Keyser on October 6, 1975 whom she married May 23, 1954.

Betty retired in 2004 with over 30 years of service for Dr. Morris and Dr. Ruhenkamp Optometrists in Versailles where she was a receptionist. Betty also was a teacher’s aide at Versailles Elementary School, where she helped with learning disability classes. Betty was a active member of Versailles Christian Church, where she was a Deaconess, choir member, Sunday School Teacher and a former member of the Philathea Women’s Fellowship Group of the Church. Betty was active in the Coterie Club, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Bridge Club and taught Community Education & Bridge Classes. Betty was also a former Paramedic for the Versailles Life Squad.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at Versailles Christian Church 105 West Ward Street Versailles with Pastor Dennis Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Monday, April 8, 2013 from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home and Tuesday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton or Versailles Christian Church. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

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Marjorie Adele Townsend (March 24, 2013)

Marjorie Adele Townsend, 87, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2013 at The Claire Bridge Sterling House in Greenville, she was born on August 3, 1925 in Greenville, Ohio to the late John and Merl (Fernsler) Tharp.

Marjorie worked for The Nestle Company for 22 years and later retired from The Treaty Company after working for 23 years. She was a longtime member of EUM Church and served in many areas of ministry such as United Methodist Women and the Funeral Meal ministry. Marjorie also volunteered for many years for Meals on Wheels. Marjorie enjoyed working in her yard and taking care of her home. She was a social person and enjoyed the time she spent with her friends and family.

Marjorie is preceded in death by her husband, Lowell Townsend, whom she married on June 23, 1945. Lowell passed away on January 11, 2002. Also, preceding her in death are three brothers, Raymond Tharp, William Tharp and John Tharp, Jr., and a sister, Pauline Good.

Marjorie is survived by a nephews, Roger Good and niece Becky Good of Indiana, Ralph and Pat Tharp of Indiana and James and Pam Tharp of New Mexico; niece, Patricia and Tom Baker of Greenville, Ohio; great nephew, Douglas Tharp; great nieces, Jennifer Good, Michelle "Shelly" and Barry Cox, Sharon and Dave Weitz and Cindy.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, March 29th at 11:00 AM at EUM Church, 1451 Sater Street in Greenville with the Rev. Sylvia McKibben and Rev. Eric Fee being asked to officiate. The family will receive guests an hour before the service beginning at 10:00 AM. Marjorie asked in lieu of flowers that donations be made to EUM Church for their building fund or State of the Heart Hospice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com.

Funeral services are entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home.

Tom Hull Voiles (March 23, 2013)

Tom Hull Voiles, age 63, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 1:10 PM at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. He was born on April 24, 1949 in Greenville, Ohio, to the Edgar & Winifred (Spence) Voiles of Greenville.

In addition to his parents he is survived by his wife of 40 Years Judy (Shroyer) Voiles of Greenville, whom he married on March 23, 1973; son and daughter in law, Matt & Melissa Voiles of Greenville; daughter and son in law, Mandy & Chad Garrett of Rancho Santa Margarita, California; grandchildren, Brodie & Breckin Garrett and Gavin Voiles; brother and sister in law, Jerry & Susan Voiles of Arcanum, Ohio; mother in law, Jean Shroyer of Greenville; brothers in law and sisters in law, Janie & Butch Clark, Joann & Bob Nelson, Mike & Sue Shroyer and Jim & Janet Hunt all of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his father in law, Robert Shroyer.

Tom was the owner and operator of Voiles Electric Motor Repair and also worked at Ace Hardware in Greenville. Tom was a wonderful grandpa and really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

There will be a service held on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, March 27, 2013 from 4-8 PM at the funeral home.

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

Brian Eugene Crabtree

Brian Eugene Crabtree, 46 of Greenville, Ohio passed away peacefully. He will be missed dearly by all of his family.

Private graveside services will be held at Greenville Township Memorial Gardens at the convenience of the family with Pastor Ron Hoeksema officiating. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are being handled by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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

H. Samuel Grabeman (March 22, 2013)

H. Samuel Grabeman, age 76 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 10:35 A.M. Friday March 22, 2013 in the Rest Haven Nursing Home of Greenville.

Sam was born November 8, 1936 in Dubois County, Indiana and the son of the late Herbert & Meta (Hoffman) Grabeman.

Sam retired in 1999 from ABF Trucking of Dayton, Ohio. He had also worked for Carl Subler Trucking and Pohl Trucking, both of Versailles, Ohio. He was a veteran, serving in the U.S. Army Military Police Unit. He was also a member of the Kentucky Colonel.

A member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Greenville, the church choir and had been a member of a Barber Shop Singing Group. Sam, with his wife Ruth, had enjoyed traveling, visiting all 50 states as well as Hawaii and their trips to Europe.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Ruth E. (Coulson) Grabeman June 22, 2010. They were married November 3, 1957.

Sam is survived by his sons Allan Grabeman of Fishers, Indiana, Daniel Grabeman of Portsmouth, Ohio; daughters in law Janice Grabeman of Portsmouth and Kay Grabeman Eltzroth of Frankton, Indiana; grandchildren Katie Grabeman, Luke Grabeman, Jessica Grabeman and Mary Grabeman, sister and brother in law Grace & John Parmelee of Wilmington, Delaware and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 A.M. Tuesday March 26, 2013 in the St. John Lutheran Church 7814 State Route 121-North Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Alan Knoke officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday March 25, 2013 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio and on Tuesday 1 hour prior to the services in the church.

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

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

Christopher Steven Overholser (March 20, 2013)

Christopher Steven Overholser age 38, of Columbus, Ohio & formerly of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 11:32 A.M. on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at his residence. Christopher was born January 9, 1975 in Greenville, Ohio to Steve & Teresa Overholser of Greenville.

In addition to his parents, Christopher is survived by a sister & brother-in-law, Niki & Josh Routt of Greenville; brother, Tyler Overholser of Greenville; nieces and nephews, Raven Petitjean, Brandon Allread, Isaac Routt, Isabella Routt and Mavrick Routt; grandparents, Bud & Phyllis Overholser of Greenville and Rev. Clyde Eldridge of Fairborn; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Christopher is preceded in death by his grandmother, Mary Eldridge.

Christopher worked at Nationwide Insurance Corporate Office in Columbus. He was a graduate of Greenville High School and The Ohio State University in Columbus.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, March 25, 2013 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor David Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Sunday, March 24, 2013 from 2:00 to 5:00 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

Herbert H. Stentzel (March 19, 2013)

Herbert H. Stentzel, age 87 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 5:27 A.M. Tuesday March 19, 2013 at his residence. Herbert was born March 23, 1925 in Greenville, Ohio and the son of the late Herman & Macie (Prinzing) Stentzel.

He had retired in 1990 as the assistant manager of the former Endicott-Johnson Shoe Store of Greenville and had worked for many years as the sexton at the First Presbyterian Church of Greenville.

Herb was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church and had served as a Deacon of the church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers LeRoy, Joseph (Joe) and Sterling Stentzel. Also Infant Cecil Stentzel and Dona Stentzel Zigler.

Herb is survived by a nephew Lawrence LeRoy Stentzel of Wilmington, N.C., a niece JoAnne MacPhail of San Francisco, CA. and numerous other extended family members.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday March 23, 2013 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Dr. John Person officiating. Burial will follow in the Ansonia Cemetery. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the services on Saturday in the funeral home.

It was the wishes of Herb that Memorial Contributions are given to the First Presbyterian Church.

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

Steven J. Baker (March 14, 2013)

Steven J. Baker, 64, of Dayton, passed away peacefully on March 14, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton. Steven was born on November 28, 1948 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Robert and Mildred (Sturgeon) Baker.

A celebration of life service will be held on March 20, 2013, 10 AM at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison with the his son Timothy Baker being asked to officiate. Burial will be at a later date in the Greenville Twp. Cemetery.

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

Wilma Jean (Lenker) Mangen (March 16, 2013)

Wilma Jean (Lenker) Mangen, 82, of Greenville and formerly of Rossburg, passed away Saturday evening, March 16, 2013 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.

She was born August 22, 1930 in Darke County, daughter of the late Orville and Lurlene (Richter) Strait. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband Joseph Lenker and second husband Roger Mangen; daughter, Janice Lenker and 2 brothers, Robert and Kenny Strait.

Jean had retired as a bus driver for Mississinawa Valley School District having driven for over 25 years and was a member of the Rossburg United Methodist Church. She attended the Pleasant Valley Church of Brethern.

She is survived by her children, Linda (John) Schroeder of Lynn, IN, Tim (Mirinda) Lenker of Etowah, TN, Carol (Steve) Hill of Fountain City, IN and Dan (Sheila) Lenker of Greenville, OH; step children, Larry Mangen of Rossburg, Gary Mangen of New Paris, David (Janel) Mangen of Versailles, Madonna (Tim) Runner of Rossburg, a sister, Betty (Gail) Teegarden of Ansonia, OH; 9 Grandchildren, Eric, Laura, Kristina, Timothy, Joey, Adam, Tonya, Sheila and Jennifer; 9 Great-grandchldren; Several Step Grandchildren and step Great-grandchildren.

Services will be held 10:30 A.M. Thursday, March 21 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Teegarden Cemetery near Ansonia.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 5 - 8 P.M.. The family request that memorial contributions be given to the charity of your choice.

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

William J. "Bill" Sholley (March 15, 2013)

William J. "Bill" Sholley, 85, of Greenville, passed away late Friday evening, March 15, 2013 at the Oakley House in Greenville.

He was born August 23, 1927 in Ansonia, son of the late Francis William and Nettie Edna (Miller) Sholley. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby H. (Atkinson) Sholley on March 25, 2008; 3 sisters, Mary Helen Coppess, Alice Shaw and Marie Derr, and one brother John Sholley.

He is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Victor Arnett; 3 grandchildren, Barbara Arnett (Larry Vititoe) of Gordon, Jeff (Darrellyn) Arnett, Nicole (Kirk) Rice of Greenville; eight great grandchildren, Ethan Arnett, Jeffrey and Jordan Rice, Mara, Celeste, Annie, Billy and Ruby Arnett all of Greenville;

Services with full military honors by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, March 19 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Ansonia Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday from 11 a.m. till 1 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.

Sharon Kay Bryant (March 15, 2013)

Sharon Kay Bryant, age 70, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, March 15, 2013 at 7:56 PM at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville, Ohio. She was born on March 20, 1942 in Wayne County, Indiana, to the late Harold & Helen (Witter) Yeatts.

Sharon is survived by her husband Ronnie Bryant of Greenville, whom she married on August 30, 1969; son Daryl Bryant of Greenville; daughter and son in law, Kimberly & Rob Claudy of Greenville; grandchildren, Taylor, Mackenzie and Madisyn Bryant all of Greenville; sisters, Carol Bucher and Dianna Flatter both of Richmond, Indiana; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents.

She was a member of the Bradford Church of the Nazarene where she played the organ for many years.

There will be a service held on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Louis Reinbel officiating. Burial will follow in the Spartanburg Cemetery, Spartanburg, Indiana. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 19, 2013 from 5-7 PM at the funeral home.

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

Kristen Marie Leese (March 14, 2013)

Kristen Marie Leese, age 29, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on March 14, 2013 at 2:20 PM at Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. She was born on May 12, 1983 in Edison, New Jersey, to Paul & Marie (Femano) Ricci of Greenville, Ohio.

In addition to her parents she is survived by her husband Ryan Leese of Greenville, Ohio, whom she married on November 17, 2007; daughter Gemma Leese who lives at home; and brother and sister in law Eric & Kacey Ricci of Greenville, Ohio.

Kristen was employed at GTI as a trainer.

There will be a visitation held on Sunday, March 17, 2013 from 1-5 PM at Paul and Marie Ricci’s residence, 2908 St. Rt. 502, Greenville, Ohio. There will be a celebration of life held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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

Ramona J. Brubaker (March 14, 2013)

Ramona J. Brubaker, 84 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Thursday March 14, 2013 at 4:50 AM. She was born September 24, 1928 in Miami, Oklahoma, the daughter of the late Frank & Helen Sims. She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Husband: Robert L. Brubaker on October 27, 2011.

She is survived by her sons & daughters in law: James E. & Marjorie A. Brubaker of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Jerry L. & Babette Brubaker of Grand Rapids, Michigan; daughter & son in law: Jo Ann & Mickey Elliott of Brunswick, Georgia; numerous grandchildren & great grandchildren.

A private family gathering will be held at the convenience of the family at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Memorial Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

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