Gary E. Shepherd (May 3, 2013)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Lee N. Thompson (May 3, 2013)

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

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

He is preceded in death by his parents.

Lee worked at Troy Sun Shade as a janitor.

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

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

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

Richard F. Sander (May 2, 2013)

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

Richard farmed his entire life in the Greenville Township area.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Elizabeth Janette Amburn Menke (April 26, 2013)

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

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

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

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

Anyone who knew Betty will miss her greatly.

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

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

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

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

Paul E. Ulrich (April 30, 2013)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Patricia S. Owens (April 29, 2013)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Robert A. Van DePitte (April 27, 2013)

Robert A. Van DePitte, 67 of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on Saturday April 27, 2013 at 7:00 AM in Columbus. He was born May 1, 1945 in Columbus, Ohio the son of Gertrude (Gray) Van DePitte of Union City, Ohio and the late Alidoor Van DePitte.

Services will be held at 5:00 PM Wednesday May 1, 2013 at Rossburg United Methodist Church 117 Ross Street. Rossburg, Ohio with Pastor John Monroe officiating. Burial will be in Ansonia Cemetery at a later date. 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

Ardith Elaine Grimes (April 27, 2013)

Ardith Elaine Grimes, 67, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton.

She was born April 16, 1946 in Greenville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Herman & Helen (Mote) Grimes.

She worked for the United Telephone Company for 40 years.

She is survived by her sisters; Bonnie (Dean) Whipp of Greenville, OH, Cynthia (Forest “Bill”) Gibson of Greenville, OH, and Dakota (Paul Cupak) Rose of Franklin, IN;brother, Dallas Grimes of Greenville, OH; neices and nephews; Jason Christman,
Jodi Christman, Ryan (Becky) Christman, Scott (Diana) Gibson and Stacey (Tony) Alexander.

Graveside committal services will be held 2 P.M. Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Charity of your choice.

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

Condolences may be left for the family at oliverfloyd.com

Glen C. Beisner (April 28, 2013)

Glen C. Beisner, age 82, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2013 at 5:20 PM at his residence. He was born on June 14, 1930 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Andrew & Blanche (Brewer) Beisner.

Glen is survived by his son, Dane Beisner of Arcanum, Ohio; grandchildren and spouses, Angela Beisner, Gary & Karly Beisner II and Ronnie E. & Jessi Beisner; great grandchildren, Devin & Dylan Beisner; brother in law and sister in law, Donnie (Eira) West of Florida and Kaye (Lowell) Whitacre of Union City, Indiana.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Doris Beisner whom he married on March 31, 1954; daughter in law, Martha Beisner; brothers, Don, Bob and Delbert Beisner; and sister Patricia Beisner.

Glen retired in 1993 from General Motors as a Skill Tradesman after 37 years of service. He was a member of the United States Marine Corp serving in the Korean Conflict, American Legion #140, Moose Lodge #329 and Eagles Lodge #2177. He was also a member of the Greenville Masonic Lodge #143; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite Valley of Dayton and Antioch Shrine of Dayton.

There will be a Masonic Memorial Service conducted by the Greenville Masonic Lodge on Monday, May 6, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Monday morning from 9-11 AM at the funeral home. A Graveside Military Service will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

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

Robert L. Zumbrun (April 28, 2013)

Robert L. Zumbrun, 89 of Greenville, Ohio went home to be with the Lord on April 28, 2013 at 6:30a.m. at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville, Ohio.

He was born September 19, 1923 in Randolph County, IN, son of the late John and Bessie (Smith) Zumbrun. In addition to his parents, Robert was preceded in death by a brother Raymond Zumbrun; a son-in-law; a grandchild; two sisters-in-law; three brothers-in-law; and one nephew.

Robert was retired from Sheller Globe of Union City, a retired farmer, as well as a Gideon (Jail Ministry) for 51 years. He was a member of the Flying Farmers, attended Trinity Wesleyan Church, and was a donor to many Christian organizations.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Ruth E. (Stullen) Zumbrun; 5 children, Cynthia (John) Fisher of Greenville, Tracy (Linda) Zumbrun of Greenville, Marcia Tucker of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, Tammy (Jim) Bolin of Greenville, and John Zumbrun of Union City; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; two nieces; and one nephew.

Services will be held Thursday, May 2, 2013 at 1:00p.m. at Trinity Wesleyan Church at 1400 East Main St. Greenville. Burial will follow in Teegarden Cemetery.

Family will receive friends at the church on Thursday from 10am to 1pm. The family requests that the memorial contributions be given to the Trinity Wesleyan Church Missionary Fund.

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

Loretta J. Lynn (April 22, 2013)

Loretta J. Lynn, 48, of Greenville, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, April 22, 2013 at her residence.

She is survived by her mother, Norma Baker; a sister, Kathy and Mike Best; a brother, Kenneth Baker; a daughter, Amber and Donald "Lucky" Osborne; a granddaughter, Brooklyn Osborne; a grandson expected to arrive in August, 2013; and many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Loretta loved being around her friends and family. She enjoyed the outdoors, but her greatest joys were her granddaughter, Brooklyn and her best friend, her dog Doodles.

A memorial service will be on Wednesday, May 4, 2013 at 2:00 PM in Hollansburg, Ohio, 200 Main Street with Rev. Eric Fee officiating. The family asks memorial contributions be made to Braund Pope with donations accepted at the funeral home. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com. Services entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home.

Harold Dwight Young (April 27, 2013)

Harold Dwight Young, 78, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away, Saturday, April 27, 2013 at his residence.

He was born July 11, 1934, in Richmond, Indiana, a son of the late Eugene & Belle (Runner) Young. In addition to his parents, Harold was preceded in death by a brother, Charles Young; a sister, Carol Flatter Jameson and a great granddaughter, Olive Clark.

He was a member of the Greenville North Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.
His is survived by his wife of 57 years, Roxie (Reier) Young, four children; Robin (Brian) Shultz of Ansonia, OH, Rhonda (Mark) Alspaugh of Celina, OH, Randy (Lisa) Young of Greenville, OH and Roger (Alisa) Young of Eaton, OH; 8 grandchildren, Isaiah Young, Caleb Shultz, Maria Vaughan, Levi Shultz, Brittany Clark, Brandy Parker, Micaiah Young and Isaac Young; 5 great grandchildren and sister Evelyn Kay Huffman of Dublin, GA.

Memorial services will be held 2 P.M. Saturday, May 4, 2013 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Greenville with Kerby Goff officiating.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial contributions be made to: State of the Heart Hospice or Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses.

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

Lula E. Noggle (April 27, 2013)

Lula E. Noggle, 99, of Greenville, OH, went to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 27, 2013 at the Brethren Home Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born June 10, 1913 in Darke County, Ohio, a daughter of the late Charles Alfred and Lula Ethel (Reck) O'Dell. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, William H. Noggle, on July 16, 2001; daughter, Lula B. Jones; son, William Noggle; grandchildren, Kimberly Noggle, Richard North and Lena Noggle Eldridge; great grandchild Wilfred Jones; brothers, James, William and Max O'Dell and a sister, Glenna Schlosser.

Lula was a loving mother and homemaker. She was a member of the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church.

She is survived by her children; Dr. Larry (June) Noggle of New Braunfels, TX, Charles "Jim" (Lois) Noggle of Muncie, IN, Sherolyn North of Greenville, OH; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and
great great grandchildren; brothers and sisters, Edna Copland of Greenville, Donna Trick of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at 1 P.M. Friday, May 3, 2013 at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Doug Klingsing. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 12 P.M. to 1 P.M. The family request that the memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Cletus F. Wenning (April 26, 2013)

Cletus F. Wenning age 84 of St. Rt. 716 Osgood, Ohio died at 9:15 AM on Friday, April 26, 2013 at his home.

He was born December 9, 1928 in Yorkshire, Ohio to the late Anton & Sophia (Hoelscher) Wenning. On May 14, 1955 he married Lois Schlarman in St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Osgood.

She survives in Osgood. He is also survived by children, Robert L. & Sarah Wenning, Evanston, IL, Lisa G. & Dale Mescher, Minster, Ohio, Timothy G. & Anita Wenning, Columbus, Ohio, Steven A. & Lori Wenning, Ansonia, Ohio, Douglas J. & Carolyn Wenning, Troy, Ohio, 8 grandchildren, sister & brother, Theresa Alexander, Russia, Ohio & Leo & Marge Wenning, Yorkshire, Ohio, in-laws Frances “Fritz” Wenning, Dayton, Ohio, Velma Magoteaux, Osgood, Ohio, Clara & Ohmer Brandewie, Osgood, Ohio, Lucille Ketering, Eaton, Ohio, Imelda Stucke, Osgood, Ohio, Hugo & Betty Schlarman, Osgood, Ohio.

He was preceded in death by a son Jonathon, grandson Drew Mescher, brothers & sisters, Henry Wenning, Josephine & Harold Bruns, Rita & Leo Bollheimer, Elizabeth Schlarman, in-laws Herbert & June Schlarman, Rosella & Wilfred Tanner, Ralph Magoteaux, Eileen Schlarman, Bill Ketering & Roman Stucke.

He was a member of St. Nicholas Catholic Church and retired from Minster Machine. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Osgood, Ohio with Rev. David Zink celebrant. Friends may call at the Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, April 29, 2013 and from 9:00 to 10:00 AM on Tuesday, April 30, 2013. Burial will take place in St. Martin Cemetery, Osgood, Ohio.

Memorials may be made to State of the Heart Hospice and the Osgood Rescue Squad. Condolences may be made at www.hogenkampfh.com.

Barbara L. "Bobby" Howe (April 24, 2013)

Barbara L. "Bobby" Howe, 83, of Greenville OH, formally of New Weston, passed away Wednesday night, April 24, 2013 at Sycamore Hospital in Miamisburg, Ohio.

She was born February 7, 1930 in Darke County, Ohio, daughter of the late Charles and Edith (Slick) Price. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Harold "Bud" Howe, on February 19, 1990; daughter, Linda Kaye Caupp; granddaughters, Samantha Hardwick and Stephanie York; brothers, Tony Price, Clayton Price; sisters, Martha Singer and Mary Staugler.

Barb had been retired from Westinghouse in Union City where she had worked for 18 years. She was a member of the Ladies of the Moose and Darke County Senior Citizens.

She is survived by her children, Shirley (Dick) Grilliot of Ansonia, OH, Susan (Don) Pelletier of Albuquerque, NM, Penny (Jack) Olesen of Eagle Colorado, Connie (Scott) Foreman of New Madison, Randy Howe of Greenville; grandchildren, Michele (Steve) Benjamin, Monica (Scott) Forshey, Melissa (Chris) Richards, Nathaniel (Joanna) Pelletier, Nicole (Danny) Luceras, Benjamin, Patrick, and Sarah Pelletier, Steve (April) Billenstein, Brittani (T.J.) Hines, Heidi (Matt) Sanders, Alexa, and Madison Foreman; 15 great grandchildren; a sister, Helen Black; numerous nieces and nephews; and her loving dog and companion "Reggie".

Services will be held Tuesday, April 30, at 10:30 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, OH. Burial will follow in the Brock Cemetery near Brock OH.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Monday from 5 pm to 7 pm. The family request that the memorial contributions to be given to Donor's Choice.

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

Edna Evaline (Snyder) Myers (April 24, 2013)

Edna Evaline (Snyder) Myers of Greenville, Ohio went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 6:45 PM at Wayne HealthCare at the age of 90.

Evaline was born in Butler Township on November 14, 1922, the daughter of Calvin and Laura (Oliver) Snyder. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Donald Myers on March 28, 1981; sons, Gene Myers and Jack Myers; grandchildren, Lori Williams and Scot Myers; daughters in law, Teena Myers and Linda Myers; son in law, Marcus Payne and brothers, Leon Snyder, Lester Snyder and Thomas Snyder.

Evaline devoted her life to raising and loving her family. She is a member of EUM Church and was an avid quilter and member of the church quilting circle. She was employed and retired from the Brethren’s Home. She enjoyed working in her yard and caring for her flowers.

Evaline is survived by her children: sons and daughters in law, Ronald (Willowdean Bruckner) Myers of Arcanum, John (Judy) Myers of Piqua, Roger (Beth Weaver) Myers of Greenville, Richard (Peggy) Myers of Minooka, Illinois and Rita Myers of Arcanum: daughters and sons in law, Kay (Rick) Jones of Ansonia, Sue (Mark) Mills of Arcanum, Joan (Bruce) Ritz, Janet (Doug) Clemens and Mary (Bruce) Williams all of Greenville, Linda (Tom) Boyer of Versailles and Lisa (Kenny Rawls) Payne of Grove City: grandchildren; Jim (Sherry) Myers, Paul Myers, Laura Myers, Angie (Mark) Baker, Kim (Chris) Puckett, Deanna (Steve Hetzler) Jones, Darrell (Erin) Jones, Julie (Chuck) Edmonson, Jeff (Van) Mills, Joe Mills, Travis (Teresa Hutinson) Myers, Gregg Myers, Sue Kennedy, Amy (Mike) Gannon, Doug (Kara) Myers, Rob (Robin) Myers, Cary Myers, Colton Ritz, Ryan (Brenda) Clemens, Ben Clemens, Jodi (Ryan) Barnt, Emily Myers, Brian (Katie) Myers, Ty Payne, Jordan Payne and Allyson Payne; great grandchildren; Kate, Alex and Valerie Myers; Chris (Robyn), Tyler (Sara) and Carrie Baker; Casey and Carter Puckett; Amanda and Megan Jones; Jada, Jared, Jase, Jaxson,. Jasmyn and Jacoby Edmonson; Victoria and Alan Myers, Aaron and Jocelyn Gannon; Chase and Evan Myers; Brayden Myers; Brandon Clemens; Luke and Lydia Barnt and 2 more expected soon; great great granddaughter, Addyson Baker; step grandchildren; Brittany (Andrew) Pepiot, Diane (Neal) Crawford, Susan (Rick) Threewits and Gary Ritz; step great grandchildren, Amy and Megan Threewits; and step great great grandson, Payton Threewits; in laws, Jerry (Sarah) Myers, Kathryn (Robert) Mikesell and numerous nieces and nephews.

There will be a service held on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. Burial will follow in the Ithaca Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Friday, April 26, 2013 from 5-8 PM as well as Saturday morning from 9-10 at the funeral home. It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice or the charity of your choice.

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

Karen L. (Keel) Jackson (April 23, 2013)

Karen L. (Keel) Jackson, age 54, of Union City, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 8:53 AM at her residence. She was born on August 12, 1958 in Fox River, Illinois, to Jewel Ezra (Wright) Keel of Union City, Ohio, and the late Noah Bryan Keel Jr.

In addition to her mother she is survived by her siblings, Noah “Chuck” & Shree Keel of St. Mary’s, Ohio; Phillip R. & Glenna Keel of Radcliff, Kentucky; Janice & Terry Byrd of Byrdstown, Tennessee; Linda Stewart of Union City, Indiana; Michael & Becky Keel of Saratoga, Indiana; Debra McCubbin of Greenville; Robert & Cindy Keel of Union City, Ohio, and Jerry Keel of Union City, Ohio; numerous nieces and nephews; step daughters, Brandy and Dee Dee; 4 step grandchildren; and special friend Francis Rose of Union City, Ohio.

Karen was an animal lover and worked at an Animal Shelter in Texas and was a member of the Community Fellowship Church in Union City, Indiana.

She is preceded in death by her father and first husband Mark Thornburg.

There will be a Memorial Service held on Thursday April 25, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. in the Community Fellowship Church, 1051 North Jackson Pike, Union City, Indiana, with Pastor Roger Garland Officiating. Private Burial will be in the Fountain Park Cemetery, Winchester, Indiana. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. It is the wish of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the family to help offset funeral expenses.

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

Mary Evelyn Strauss (April 22, 2013)

Mary Evelyn Strauss age 96, of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Monday morning, April 22, 2013 at Florida Hospital in Zephyrhills, Florida. Mary was born February 28, 1917 in Versailles, Ohio to the late Herman L. & Mary E. (Baltes) Pepiot.

Mary is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Yvonne & Thomas Hart of Waynesville, North Carolina and Carolyn & Orville Stachler of Lakeview, Ohio; step son & step daughter-in-law, Jim & Kathy Strauss of Flushing, Michigan; step daughter & step son-in-law, Janet & Vern Lindsey of Monroe, Michigan; grandchildren, Denise & Steve Stephenson of Charlotte, North Carolina, Yvette Hart of Waynesville, North Carolina, Eric Stachler of Versailles, Ohio, Rob & Nancy Stachler of Lakeview, Ohio, Michael & Beth Stachler of Bellefontaine, Ohio, Michelle Kearns of Rocky River, Ohio and Krista & Shane Rodgers of Rocky River, Ohio; 3 step grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 2 step great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild; brother, John Pepiot of Versailles, Ohio; sister & brother-in-law, Wanda & Richard Keiser of Michigan; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Mary is also preceded in death by her 1st husband, Adrian J. Monnin on November 25, 1976 whom she married June 14, 1938; 2nd husband, Elmer A. Pleiman on January 10, 1989 whom she married November 23, 1979; 3rd husband, Ray Strauss on October 24, 2009 whom she married September 4, 1993; brothers, Earl & Bob Pepiot; and sister, Roberta James.

Mary graduated from Versailles High School in 1935 and attended Fredericks Academy in Springfield. Mary worked at Rike’s Department Store in Dayton for 27 years. She was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles and the Daughter’s of Isabella. Mary enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds Baseball Team, traveling, quilting and spending her winters in Florida.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. David Vincent celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Saturday morning from 8:30 to 9:30 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Denis Catholic Church or State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Cary G. Runner (April 22, 2013)

Cary G. Runner, of Greenville, OH, passed away Monday evening, April 22, 2013 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton, OH.

He was born September 14, 1963 in Greenville, son of the late David and Alice (Snyder) Runner. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by a brother, Dwight "Bud" Runner; and a brother-in-law, Alan J. Byram.


Cary had most recently worked at Whirlpool. Prior to that he had delivered the Dayton Daily News for several years, and had worked as a meat cutter. He was an avid fisherman and loved playing poker.

He is survived by his wife Sherry (Corder) Runner, who he married May 19, 1989: a sister Roxann Byram of Greenville and her children, Kaley and Addison Byram; mother-in-law, Helen Corder of Greenville; father-in-law, Jack (Mae) Corder of Kentucky; brother-in-law, Kevin Corder of Kentucky and his children, Sierra Corder and Joshua Corder; sister-in-law, Stacey Corder of Greenville; and his best friend and companion, Emmie.

Services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, April 27 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Friday from 5-8 p.m.

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

Rosemary A. Nisonger (April 23, 2013)

Rosemary A. Nisonger, 98, of Greenville, passed away early Tuesday morning, April 23, 2013, at the Oakley House in Greenville.

She was born May 5, 1914, in Darke County, daughter of the late Leo and Matilda (Stammen) Barga. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles E. Nisonger, on July 30, 2003; an infant daughter, Margaret Nisonger; grandsons, Steve & Berry Nisonger; brother, Bernie Barga; and sisters, Donna Homan, Melita Barga and Vivian Barga.

A homemaker, Rosemary was a lifetime member of the St. Louis Catholic Church in North Star, and the Rosary Alter Society of St. Louis.

She is survived by her children, Norma (Clete) Skrabak, of Everett, Washington, Susan (Don) Hughes, Manchester, MO, Kathleen (Joe) Marotta of Steubenville, OH, Roseann (Dennis) Parks of Atascaero, CA, Dan (Wilma Jean) Nisonger of Greenville, Tom (Ann) Nisonger of West Liberty, OH, and Dick (Aleta) Nisonger of Belle Center, OH; 19 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren;1 great great grandchild; a brother, Jim (Pauline) Barga of Rossburg; and sister, Eileen Barrett of Naples, FL; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, April 26 at 10:30 a.m., at the St. Louis Catholic Church in North Star with Rev. Fr. Jim Zink celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Louis Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Thursday from 4-8 p.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with a prayer service being offered at 3:45p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice or St. Louis Catholic Church

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