James C. Condon (May 30, 2013)

Mr. James C. Condon, age 79, of Versailles, Ohio passed away on May 30, 2013 at 1:27 a.m. at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born April 8, 1934 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Russell E. and Clara (Stocker) Condon. He was raised in West Milton, Ohio and moved to Versailles, Ohio in 1945. Upon graduation from Parker Vocational HS in Dayton, Ohio in 1952, he worked at the Frigidaire Division of GM and joined the Ohio Air National Guard.

He joined the United States Air Force in October 1954 and entered the Aviation Cadet Program at Ellington AFB in Houston, Texas. Upon graduation in December 1955, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant and received his Navigator/Bombadier Wings. During his career, he flew B-47 and B-52 bombers amassing 6,000 flying hours. He flew 126 combat missions during the Vietnam War. He was shot down over Hanoi, North Vietnam on December 28, 1972, was captured and spent 91 days as a POW. From 1973 to 1978 he attended Air War College in Alabama and served on the staff of 15th Air Force in California. After his retirement in 1978, he and his family moved to Versailles. During his combined 26 years of service he received many awards including the Distinguished Flying Cross, Bronze Star, Purple Heart, POW Medal and the Air Medal w/5 Oak Leaf Clusters.

He along with his wife owned and operated The House of Flowers in Versailles, Ohio, for 19 years. During this time he was very active in the community. He served a term on Village Council, was on the Board of the Versailles Development Association, was on the Poultry Days Committee serving as Chairman in 1983 and was one of the founders and served on the Board of Heritage Park. He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church, a member of the Versailles Lions Club, the Versailles Area Historical Society, a Golden Eagle Member of the Versailles Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2347, the Versailles Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals, a member of the Darke County Disabled American Veterans and a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

He was preceded in death by his parents, stepmother Rita Condon, sister Maria and grandson Nathan Condon.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Jenny (Siefring) Condon; children and spouses, Brian and Barb Condon, Krista and Charlie Krueger, Mary Beth and Dave Berger and Kelly and Brian Trump, all of Versailles, Ohio; eighteen grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Brothers and sister, Fred and Roberta Condon, Dick and Angie Condon, Bob and Becky Condon and Marcia and Chuck Meiring, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, June 3, 2013 at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. David Vincent celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles with Military graveside services conducted by the Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 to 7:00 P.M. and Monday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, Versailles Vet’s Club or Versailles Emergency Medical Services. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

John “Jack” Reyer Holmes (May 26, 2013)

John “Jack” Reyer Holmes, 80, of Cape Coral, formerly of Greenville, OH, passed away Sunday, May 26, 2013 at his home. He was born January 3, 1933 in Auburn, NY to the late Leslie and Doris Holmes.

Jack was of the Christian faith. He also enjoyed being a member of the American Legion. He is a Korean war veteran having served in the United States Marine Corps , where he learned the trade of meat cutting. In his life he worked for several grocery companies practicing his trade and was also a Meat Director for Superfoods Inc. (Bellefontaine, OH). He and his wife owned and operated Northside Meats and Delicatessen in Greenville, OH prior to relocating to Cape Coral, Florida in 1988. At the time of his death he was working for Publix Supermarket in Cape Coral, FL where he had been a meat cutter for 13 years.

Jack will be remembered by all as a very giving and loving man. He was known to donate generously to the food banks throughout the years. He always wanted for everyone to have everything they could need, and could not stand the thought of anyone being without. Jack was very proud of his family and had often stated that he was put on Earth to take care of his wife and children. He was an extraordinary husband, father, and grandfather.

Jack is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Frances L. Holmes of Cape Coral, FL; two children, Marti Stull and her husband Doug of Cape Coral; stepson Dan Howard and his wife Beverly of Middletown, OH; one sister, Kay Pesek of Auburn, NY; ten grandchildren, Julie Stull, Jaime (Stull) Olivo, Jennifer (Stull) Deniston, Cindy (Howard) Banks, Chris Howard, Andrea (Howard) Hendrix, Josh Wright , Tom Howard ,Cherie D’Varga, and Bart Howard; eleven great grandchildren; one great great grandchild as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Jack was preceded in death by his two brothers, Victor and Robert Holmes and his stepson, Tom Howard.

A Memorial Service will be held 2:30pm on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at First Assembly West, 121 Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral, with Pastor Corey Baker officiating.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Harry Chapin Food Bank, 3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901 or CCMI, P.O. Box 2143, Fort Myers, FL 33902-3429.

Mullins Memorial Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Cape Coral, is entrusted with final care.

Beulah I. Zimmerman (May 29, 2013)

Beulah I. Zimmerman age 104, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 6:05 A.M. on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at her residence. Beulah was born August 5, 1908 in Auglaize County, Ohio to the late Samuel & Nellie (Seigel) Morris.

Beulah is survived by her daughter, Maxine Hangen of Greenville; granddaughters, Sandra (Mike) Ashby of Greenville and Sue (David) Barnette of Greenville; and many loving great and great-great grandchildren whom she adored getting hugs and kisses from.

In addition to her parents, Beulah is also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Zimmerman; step son, Morris Zimmerman; step daughter, Helen Miller; and eleven siblings.

Beulah was a homemaker. Beulah was a member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church in Greenville, being the oldest attending member. She worshiped faithfully up to the time of her illness. Beulah was awarded as the oldest person attending the Darke County Fair for the past two years. Beulah was one of the oldest citizens to vote in Darke County this past election.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at EUM Worship Center 1451 Sater Street Greenville with Pastor Jeff Harper and Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Ft. Jefferson. The family will receive friends on Friday from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. and Saturday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. at EUM Worship Center. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

E. Orleta Deubner (May 28, 2013)

E. Orleta Deubner, age 87 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 7:32 P.M. Tuesday May 28, 2013 at Wayne HealthCare Greenville, Ohio. She was born July 16, 1925 in Greenville, Ohio and the daughter of the late Ora H. “Pete” and Oneta (Wright) Weaver.

Orleta retired in 1984 from the United Telephone Company where she had been employed for 17 1\2 years as a telephone operator. She enjoyed gardening and was a very devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband C. Norman Deubner September 30, 2003. They were married May 29, 1948. Also by a great grandson Cody Ploof; brother Roy Weaver; sisters Ruth Ellen Weaver, Betty Larsh and Norine Baker.

Orleta is survived by her children Craig N. (Kay) Deubner of Waynesville, Ohio and Jana Deubner of Arcanum. Grandchildren Amy (Chad) Ploof of Beavercreek and Lisa (Tommy) Young of Union; great granddaughter Alyssa Ploof as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Friday May 31, 2013 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. on Thursday and 1 hour prior to the services on Friday in the funeral home.

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

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

Marvin M. Miller (May 25th, 2013)

Marvin M. Miller, 97, of rural Arcanum, died Saturday, May 25th, 2013 at his residence. Mr. Miller was born March 22, 1916, the son of the late David and Ella (Brown) Miller. He was a 1934 graduate of the Monroe School, Pitsburg; a veteran of the U S Army, WWII serving in the South Pacific; and a member of the Gordon United Methodist Church. Marvin was a retired General Contractor.

He was preceded in death by his wife Jennie (Evans) Miller who died May 7, 2012, and 3 brothers William, Denver and Cleo Miller; 4 Sisters Ethel Horner, Susie Miller, Treva Berte, and Viola Brown.

He is survived by his daughter Gloria (Jerry) Clouse of Brevard, NC; sons Gary (Pauline) Miller of Gordon, David T. Miller of Arcanum; 5 grandchildren Tim (Elizabeth) Clouse, Kimberly (Greg) Gramke; Shannon (Scott) Clark, Benjamin and Matthew Miller; great grandchildren Madison and Tyler Clark, Evan and Emma Gramke, Oliver and Grechen Clouse.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Thursday May 30, 2013 at the Gordon United Methodist Church with Rev John Gilmore officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive relatives and friends 5 to 8 PM Wednesday at the Kreitzer Funeral Home, Arcanum. The Family suggests Memorial Contributions to the Gordon United Methodist Church. Condolences may be sent to www.kreitzerfuneralhomeinc.com

Patrick Anthony McNutt (May 27, 2013)

Patrick Anthony McNutt passed away at home after a brave nine month struggle with pancreatic cancer on May 27, 2013. He was born on September 9, 1961 in Greenville, Ohio.

He is survived by his beloved wife Jayne (Blackford) of 29 years and his two daughters Jessicia & David Klenk of Ann Arbor, MI, and Justina & Stephen Fadely of New Castle, IN, and one grandson Stephen Jacob Fadely. His parents are Monty & Connie (Stammen) McNutt of Summerville, SC, and brothers Joe & Nancy McNutt of Augusta, KS, Mike & Colleen McNutt of Little Rock, AR, and Jim McNutt, and sister Nancy & Randy Mescher of Goose Creek, SC. He had numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was a faithful member of the Castine Church of the Brethren, active in the men’s activities, dartball and volleyball. He was a civil service employee, working for the Navy, Army and Air Force, before settling with the Dayton Veterans Hospital.

There will be a memorial service held on Saturday, June 1, 2013 at 10:00 AM at the Castine Church of the Brethren, 624 US Rt. 127 South, Castine, Ohio, with Pastor Gary Cloyd officiating. The family will be receiving friends immediately following the service. 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 Cancer Association of Darke County. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Mary Ellen Simon (May 24, 2013)

Mary Ellen Simon, of Willowdell, passed away on May 24, 2013. She was born on October 3, 1926, and was the beloved daughter of Ernest (Ray) and Stella Mae (Pittsenbarger) Hahn and the adored big sister to Robert Hahn.

Prior to her marriage, Mary Ellen worked at the Buckeye and also at Wright Patterson Air Force Base. In 1948 Mary Ellen married Robert Edward Simon, who preceded her in death on July 16, 1992. As newlyweds they moved to Willowdell after Bob’s parents died, to raise his 2 younger siblings. Mary Ellen always believed that family came first and she worked tirelessly to keep family traditions alive for the young Simon siblings after their parents passed. She never quit this calling, gathering as many of her children and grandchildren together for every holiday as possible.

Mary Ellen was addicted to handiwork, completing numerous quilts for her children and making certain that every grandchild, great grandchild and many great nieces and nephews all had a special quilt. She also greatly enjoyed vegetable gardening, canning and freezing many meals for the winter to come. Family favorites were hot cocoa, the best applesauce ever made and her chocolate dessert which she made for every family gathering for the past 30 years.

She was a lifelong member of the Osgood American Legion Auxiliary where she made countless pies for meals and social occasions. She joined St. Denis Catholic Church upon her marriage and was a devout member ever since. Mary Ellen felt it was her privilege to visit friends, former neighbors and family members in hospitals and nursing homes as she believed everyone deserved company and a friendly face to help pass the time.

Mary Ellen is survived by her brother Robert (Nina) Hahn of Lewisburg, her children Rebecca (Jim) Bruening of Penrose, NC, Leo (Becky) Simon of Fort Loramie, Peggy (Tim) Rhodus of Dublin, Raymond Simon of Willowdell, Ben (Patty) Simon of Versailles, Barbara (Stephen) Revard of Plain City, and Jim (Pam) Simon of Troy, grandchildren Jacob (Buffy) Bruening, Jeffrey ( Jennine) Bruening, Jason ( Valerie) Simon, Jeremy Simon, Samantha Simon, Adam Simon, Kevin Rhodus, Brian Rhodus, Ethan Rhodus, Nicholas Simon, Tony Simon, and Mitchell Simon, 4 step-grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by sisters-in law, Shirley Simon and JeanneSimon, and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Stella Hahn, her husband of 44 years, Robert Edward Simon, and a son in law, Jerry Mescher; brothers in law, Dick Simon and John Simon.
Although she will be sorely missed by her family, her greatest gift was in making each of her children believe they were her favorite.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 31, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. David Vincent celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Thursday, May 30, 2013 from 4-8 PM and Friday from 9-10 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio.

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

Elcie L. Anthony (May 26, 2013)

Elcie L. Anthony, 81 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Sunday May 26, 2013 at 9:14 AM. She was born August 27, 1931 in Dayton, Ohio the daughter of the late Roy & Lois Mae (Screechfield) Small.

She worked at the Hamburger Shop & Mabel’s Toy Fair. She loved making afghans, doing word searches, and jigsaw puzzles. Her grandchildren and step grandchildren were the love of her life.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband: Bobby W. Anthony; granddaughter: Mendy Trissel; 3 sisters, & 1 brother.

She is survived by her daughters & sons in law: Linda & Richard Wickersham of Hollansburg, & Bonnie & Randy Ross of Greenville; grandchildren & spouses: Scott & Leah Poling, Jason & Dawn Poling, Kory Poling, Mark & Christina Bingham; step grandchildren: Rhonda Rayburg, Amy Koch, & Stacy Ramey; great grandchildren: Zachary Poling, Elizabeth Poling, Hunter Poling, Marcus Bingham, Alexis Bingham, Faith Bingham, Billie Slade, Kyle Carlisle, Wyatt Trissel, Taylor Jo Trissel; Step great grandchild: Amanda Trissel; brother: Bud Small of New Orleans; sister: Shirley Bolen of Greenville; very special friend: JoAnna Bingham.

Services will be held on Wednesday May 29, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Tri Village Rescue.

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

David Alan Bilter (May 24, 2013)

David Alan Bilter, 73, of Greenville, passed away early Friday morning, May 24, 2013, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

He was born August 30, 1939, in Dayton, son of the late M. Rodney and Elizabeth (Rupert) Bilter.

David had moved to California as a boy, where he graduated from Hayword High School. He then attended San Jose State University where he had earned a Bachellor of Science in Teaching. He was a member of the ROTC at San Jose State where he earned his initial military rank of Second Lieutenant in the United States Air Force.

David was an adventerous soul who spent 6 months touring Europe, then entered the military, and then taught high school english and german before finding his passion for wine. He spent the rest of his career selling and educationg others in the art of enjoying wine. Once he retired, he took up wood working and gun collecting but his love of wine remained his lifelong passion and he rarely missed an opportunity to help educate a newcomer to the wine experience.

He is survived by his wife, Ann Bilter; whom he married on June 4, 1983; a brother, D. Keith (Louise) Bilter of Lafayette, CA; step children, Robin Lynn Johnston of Capitola, CA, Michael (Leslie) Johnston of Roseville, CA, and Paul (Samantha) Hollenbeck of Hemet, CA; 9 step grandchildren; 4 step great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He also leaves behind a sister-in-law Kitty (Dennis) Rohrs of Willits, CA, and brother-in-law Jerry (Carol) Davis of Klamath Falls, OR.

Services, with full military honors, will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, June 1, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway, Greenville, Ohio. Burial will take place at a later date in the Dayton National Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, from 12 p.m., till 2 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the American Cancer Society.

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Kermeen (May 25, 2013)

Gerald “Jerry” Lee Kermeen, 70, of Greenville, OH, passed away Saturday morning, May 25, 2013 at Wayne Health Care.

He was born November 16, 1942, in Beech Grove, IN, a son of the late Frank and Carrie (Burns) Kermeen. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Robert Kermeen.

Jerry retired from Fram after 26 years of service and was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. He was also very active with the Knights of Columbus.

He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Alice (Altick) Kermeen, whom he married July 2, 1966; four children, Mark (Michelle) Kermeen of Urbana, Ohio, Chris (Kim) Kermeen of Greenville, OH, Diana Kermeen of Greenville, Ohio and Janice (Travis) Walker of Greenville, Ohio; 20 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30am, Friday, May 31, 2013 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Greenville, OH. Burial, with full military honors will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

The Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 5 – 7 P.M.. The family request that memorials contributions be made to The Humane Society of the United States, Dept. HACEE1305V1002, 2100 L Street NW, Washington, DC 20037.

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

Ronald Dean Berry (May 24, 2013)

Ronald Dean Berry, age 76, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 2:40 PM at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville, Ohio. He was born on July 21, 1936 in Wayne County, Indiana, to the late Chester G. & Eunice R. (Cheeseman) Berry.

He is survived by his wife, Barb (Weyant) Berry of Greenville, Ohio, whom he married on May 26, 1962; sons and daughters in law, Jeffery D. Berry of Fort Worth, Texas, and Rick G. & Missy Berry of Hiram, Georgia; daughter, Lori Berry of Louisville, Kentucky; grandchildren, Lauren Berry, Carly Berry, Parker Berry, Turner Berry, Alexis Gregory and Justin Berry; sister, Sue Wolfe of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Dean Retired from Yoder Industries in 2001 and was a Veteran of the United States Army. He was a member of the Eagles, Moose and American Legion in Greenville and loved riding motorcycles.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brother, Gene Berry and sister, Jane Johnson.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Terry Haworth officiating. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

There will be a graveside military service conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard. It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice or Darke County Cancer Association.

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

Marthalie “Marty” Tracey (May 24, 2013)

Marthalie “Marty” Tracey, age 76, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 12:55 AM at Reid Hospital, Richmond, Indiana. She was born on April 6, 1937 in Ft. Jefferson, Ohio, to the late Lewis Scott & Mary Lucille (Wilson) Fitzgerald.

She is survived by her husband, Vernon Tracey of Greenville whom she married on March 2, 1972; brothers and sisters in law, Robert & Maxine Fitzgerald of Greenville and Donald & Judy Fitzgerald of Greenville; sister, Norma Baker of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by brother, Charles Fitzgerald; sisters, Betty Null, Joan Messor, and Mary Lou Newbauer; and nephew, Bob Doss.

Marty was a homemaker.

There will be a memorial service held on Thursday, May 30, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Chris Barhorst officiating. There will be a private burial held in Oak Grove Cemetery at the convenience of the family. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Reid Hospital Hospice, 1100 Reid Parkway, Richmond, Indiana 47374.

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

Dorothy E. Heiser (May 23, 2013)

Dorothy E. Heiser, age 88, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, May 23, 2013 at 3:27 AM at her residence. She was born on February 28, 1925 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Orville & Clara (James) Enicks.

She is survived by her daughter, Connie Gibbons of Greenville; grandchildren, Sherri (Gibbons) Feitshans of Greenville and Greg Gibbons of Arcanum, Ohio; great granddaughter, Ashley (Gibbons) & Josh Grisez; great grandchildren, Madison and Blaine Grisez; sister in law, Emma Enicks of Greenville; friend of the family, Chad Oswald of Bradford, Ohio; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her sisters and brothers in law, Betty & Verlon Munn and Lucille & Kenny Utz; brothers and sisters in law, Gene & Francis Enicks, Pete & Annabel Enicks, Franklin & Connie Enicks and Bob Enicks; infant sister, Olive Enicks.

Dorothy retired from Fram after 37 ½ years of service and enjoyed her grandkids and quilting.

There will be a service held on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 28, 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

June A. Wampler (May 21, 2013)

June A. Wampler, 87, of Greenville, OH, passed away Tuesday morning, May 21, 2013 at Sterling House in Greenville, OH.

She was born January 2, 1926, in Union City, IN, daughter of the late William O. and Mabel (Heck) Passmore. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Leroy "Wimpy" Wampler; son, Randy A. Wampler; brothers, Gale Passmore and Keith Passmore; and a sister, Jean Stump

June was retired from Corning of Greenville as an executive secretery for over 30 years and a member of American Legion Auxiliary of Greenville.

She is survived by her daughter, Roxanne (Steve) Willman of Greenville; grandchildren, Mollie Mendoza, Matt (Kristin) Willman, Mark (Nanci) Willman, Douglas Wampler, Jennifer (Karl) Coffman, Rob (Lavissa) Wampler; great grandchildren; Macayla Mendoza, Chloe Willman, Brady Willman, Eve Willman, Grant Willman, Evan Willman,Dominic Coffman, Devan Coffman and Maia Wampler.

Services will be held at 10:30 Friday, May 24, 2013 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Thursday, from 5-7 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the Charity of Donor's Choice.

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

Lucy M. Collins (May 21, 2013)

Lucy M. Collins, 84, of Greenville, passed away early Tuesday, May 21, 2013, at Hospice of Dayton.

She was born June 29, 1928,in Staten Island, NY, daughter of the late George and Margaret (Grim) Loveland. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Colleen M. Hodges in July 17, 2010; and 5 brothers and sisters.

Lucy was a homemaker and a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Edward A. Collins, whom she married September 28, 1946; son, Edward J. Collins; grandson, Joshua M. Collins; brother, George M. Loveland; special niece, Cathy Shilo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m., Thursday, May 23, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville, Ohio with Fr. John White celebrating. Burial will follow in the the St. Mary's Cemetry.

The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Drive Dayton, Ohio 45420.

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

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

Priscilla “Sally” (Parker) Hershey (May 18, 2013)

Priscilla “Sally” (Parker) Hershey, 81 of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday May 18, 2013 at 9:18 AM at her residence. She was born December 26, 1931 in Presque Isle, Maine, the daughter of the late Louis & Madelynn (Murphy) Parker. She was a homemaker. She was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary; the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, she enjoyed her and family and friends at the American Legion; she enjoyed cooking.

She is preceded in death by her parents; Husband: James E. Hershey on December 17, 2008 whom she married August 21, 1952; brothers: Bill, Phil, & Lynn Parker; sisters: Gertrude Smith & Louise Beebe.

She is survived by her son: Dennis Hershey of Battle Creek, Michigan; daughter & son in law: Vickie & Dave Hanes of Union City, Ohio; grandchildren & spouses: Chris & Nicki Hanes of Centerville, Ohio, Nick Hanes of Greenville, Heather & Jason Manning of Union City, Ohio, Dan & Amy Hanes of Centerville, Ohio, Ashleigh Hershey of Battle Creek, Michigan, Andrew Hershey of Mt. Pleasant, Michigan; 11 great grandchildren; brother: Peter Parker of Presque Isle, Maine; sister: Joann Everett of Virginia. She is also survived by Robin Brewer and other relatives from Maine, & numerous nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Thursday May 23, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Rev. Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday May 22, 2013 at the funeral home. There will be and American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Service held at 7:45 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post #140.

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

Richard A. "Dick" Shannon (May 15, 2013)

Richard A. "Dick" Shannon, 70, of Ansonia, passed away late Thursday evening, May 15, 2013, at his daughter's residence.

He was born September 12, 1942, in Union City, IN, son of the late Robert Allen and Elizabeth Ruth (Holaday) Shannon. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian E. (Neff) Shannon, on January 5, 1992; a half brother, Robert E. Shannon; and his longtime companion, Carol Franke.

Dick was retired from the Darke County Highway Department where he had worked for over 27 years. He had served in the Ohio National Guard and was a member of the American Legion and Moose Lodge both in Greenville.

He is survived by his children, Lynn A. (Janell) Shannon of Lake Metigoshe, ND, Shelia (David) Jay of Arcanum, and Steven (Faye) Shannon of Greenville; 8 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; sisters, Virginia Miles of Greenville, and Sue Shannon of Union City, IN; and several nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at a later date at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will take place in the Greenville Cemetery.

There will be no public visitation. 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

Juanita M. McCabe (May 17, 2013)

Juanita M. McCabe, age 84 of West Carrollton, Ohio and formerly of Miamisburg and Greenville, Ohio passed away Friday afternoon May 17, 2013 in the Wellington of Dayton. Juanita was born February 5, 1929 in Indianapolis, Indiana and the daughter of the late Myron and Erma (Miller) Mackey.

She, with her husband Don owned and operated the Mound Printing Company of Miamisburg. She was also a member of the St. John Lutheran Church of Greenville.

Juanita is survived by her husband Donald E. McCabe of West Carrollton. They were married May 1, 1948. Also by her children D. Douglas (Nancy) McCabe of West Carrollton and Lynn Potts of Miamisburg. Grandchildren Scott (Leslie) McCabe, Crystal Potts, Lindsay Potts and J.J. Potts. Brother Dwight Mackey of New York, sisters Mary Ellen Fox of Miamisburg, Louise Mackey of Middletown and numerous nieces and nephews.

Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Tuesday May 21, 2013 in the St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Alan Knoke officiating. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the St. John Lutheran Church 7418 State Route 121-N. Greenville, Ohio.

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

Winifred T. “Winnie” Bulcher (May 17, 2013)

Winifred T. “Winnie” Bulcher, age 96, lived in the Versailles area for 93 years before moving to Dayton, Ohio, passed away on Friday, May 17, 2013 at 8:10 AM at Englewood Manor in Englewood, Ohio. She was born on November 5, 1916 in Frenchtown, Ohio, to the late Henry & Emma (George) Goubeaux.

Winnie is survived by her sons and daughter in law, William Bulcher of Houston, Texas and Tom & Patty Bulcher of Powell, Ohio; daughters and sons in law, Mary Ann & Kenneth Griffiths of Englewood, Ohio and Kathy & Steve Abbott of Lebanon, Ohio; grandchildren, Jacqueline (Alan) Carrier, Cheryl (Kristopher) Larcom, Jacob Abbott and Emma Abbott; great granddaughter, Elizabeth Larcom; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Winnie is also preceded in death by her husband, Robert P. Bulcher on November 26. 2004, whom she married May 22, 1946; sisters, Bessie Paulus and Judith Barga; and great grandson, Kenneth James Toothman.

Winnie was a member of the St. Ann Sodality, former member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles, and currently a member at St. Paul’s Catholic Church in Englewood. She loved playing cards, cooking and sewing. She was a homemaker, a former Buckeye Overall employee and a 1935 graduate of Versailles High School.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. David Vincent celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Sunday, May 19, 2013 from 2-4 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio as well as Monday from 9-10 AM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Versailles Medical Emergency Services. Condolences for the family may sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Edward R. Swank (May 17, 2013)

Edward R. Swank, 59, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Friday, May 17, 2013 at Wayne Health Care Center, Greenville, Ohio.

He was born September 16, 1953, in Darke, County, Ohio, a son of the late Marvin and Glenna (North) Swank. In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by a brother, Ron Swank.

Ed loved 4-H and was an adviser for the Dogone Kids 4-H Club for over 16 years.

He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Susan (North) Swank whom he married October 16, 1982; children, Christopher (Shannon) Swank, Matt Swank and Kelli Swank all of Greenville, Ohio; 2 grandchildren, Dalton and Gavin Swank.

Services will be held 10:30 A.M. Thursday, May 23, 2013 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial in Covington, Ohio.

The family will receive friends Wednesday from 5 – 7 P.M. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH, 45331. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the Darke County 4-H, 603 Wagner Avenue, Greenville, Ohio, 45331.

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