Friday, August 30, 2013

Peggy L. Burns (August 29, 2013)

Peggy L. Burns, 74, of Union City, OH, passed away early Thursday morning, August 29, 2013 at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville.

She was born January 14, 1939, in Clinton County, OH, the daughter of the late Herschel and Mary (Durbin) Garrison. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Burns; a son, Wayne; brothers, Herbert, Roger, Gary, Billy, and Larry; and a sister, Linda.

Peggy had worked for several years at Union Christel Manor in Union City, OH.

She is survived by her children, Cynthia Burns, of Greenville, Thomas A. Burns of Union City, OH, Christina (Willie) Powell of Versailles, OH, Kimberly (Charles) Markle of Portland, IN, and Kenny (Becky) Rogers of Union City, OH; 11 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; her twin sister, Patricia Garrison of Ft. Recovery, OH; brothers, Richard Garrison of Wilmington, OH, and Jack (Rita) Garrison of Clarksville, OH; and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends Tuesday, September 3, from 5-7 p.m. at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH. The family requests in lieu of flowers that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice, 1350 N. Broadway, Greenville, OH 45331.

A private service with burial in Snell Cemetery near Union City will take place at a later date.

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

Thursday, August 29, 2013

Loretta May Riddle (August 28, 2013)

Loretta May Riddle, 87, of Greenville, Ohio passed away peacefully late Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at her home with her family at her side.

She was born July 12, 1926 in Versailles, Ohio, daughter of the late Joseph J. and Elisabeth (Mattieu) Barton. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Donna Riddle; son David Riddle brothers, Cletus F., Bernard J., Lester, Wilmer J. Barton; sisters, Lucille C. Catherine Dapore and Marie Francis.

Loretta was a devoted mother, and hard worker. She supported her children by working multiple jobs at a time while keeping her strong Catholic faith and values in our family home. She ran a daycare and did laundries. She was employed at Replicap, Maidrite in Greenville, and Westinghouse in Union City, Indiana . She was a life long member of the St. Mary's Catholic Church, member of the Rosary Alter Society and the Eagles in Greenville. As per her wishes we are keeping this short and sweet, just like her. As she always said, Love one another and share a good Laugh.

She is survived by her children, Daniel (Kathleen) Riddle of Greenville, Dennis Riddle of Greenville, Rebecca (Paul Graves) of Wenatchee, Washington; grandchildren, Robert Erisman, Lisa (Travis) Nelson, Jason and Daniel Riddle, John Riddle, Mathew Riddle, Angela (Mark) Wellbanks; great grandchildren, Tyler, Allias and Kailyn Nelson, Tyler Fritz, Evan and Luke Wellbanks; brother, Joe (Eloise) Barton of Greenville; sister, Margaret Wenning of Coldwater, OH; brother-in-law, Carl Francis. She is also survived by multiple nieces and nephews. Her "special" niece Janet Francis was a "third daughter".

Mass of Christain Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, September 3, 2013 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Greenville with Fr. John White celebrating. Burial will follow in the St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery.

The family will receive friends at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio, Monday, September 2, 2013 from 5 to 7 p.m. The family request that the memorial contributions be given to St. Mary's Catholic Church.

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

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Deborah Lou Shafer (August 27, 2013)

Deborah Lou Shafer 66, of Greenville, Ohio passed away Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at Heatland of Greeenville.

She was born September 24, 1946 in Greenville, Ohio, daughter of Treva (Schlamb) Shafer and the late D. R. Shafer.

Deborah had graduated from Greenville High School in 1964. She was an artist and graduated from the Art Institute of Dayton in 1968. She also belong to the Humane Society.

She is survived by her mother Treva Shafer of Greenville; sister Janice (Steve) Gibbons of Greenville; nephews, Matt (Teresa) Gibbons of Gettysburg, Brad (Julie) Gibbons of Versailles; 6 great nieces, Jena, Katie, Emma, Allyson, Madison and Taylor; and her beloved dogs.

Private graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be at Greenville Union Cemetery.

The family request that the memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

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

Monday, August 26, 2013

Naomi Ruth Sharp (August 14, 2013)

Naomi Ruth Sharp, 75, of Greenville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton.

She was born January 5, 1938 in Irvine, KY, daughter of the late William Oral and Alice (Van Cleave) Drew. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Adrian J. Sharp and a brother Walter Duane Drew.

Naomi was a home healthcare giver.

She is survived by her children, Donald (Lori) Brown of Lewisburg, OH, Arless (Vicki) Ritchie, Houston TX, Jennifer (Darvin) Lightner of Greenville, Oh, and Bruce (Dawn) Ritchie of Hunker, PA; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sister, Alice Oraliene (Richard) Kosier of Fairborn, OH; brothers, Doral Dean (Nadine) Drew of Springboro, OH ,and Dale Edward (Betty) Drew of Hanover, IN.

Memorial services will be held at 2 PM Sunday, September 1, 2013 at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio.

The family will receive friends from 12 PM to 2 PM at the funeral home.

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

Barbara J. Brown (August 23, 2013)

Barbara J. Brown, 84, of New Paris, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2013 at Rosebud Village in Richmond, Indiana. Barbara was born in Racine, Wisconsin on June 23, 1929 to the late Norman and Della (Nichols) Brown.

Barbara was a 1947 graduate of Richmond High School and a 1951 graduate of Earlham College. She studied in institutes in Europe and Latin America, as well as Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. Barbara worked in Washington, D.C and in other countries worldwide, including Vietnam, and later retired from the US Government. She was a member of the Central United Methodist Church in Richmond, Indiana.

In addition to her parents, Barbara is preceded in death by her brother, Donald A. Brown.

Barbara is survived by a brother, Edward G. Brown; one niece; six nephews; sixteen great-nieces and nephews; five great, great-nieces and nephews.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in the Springlawn Cemetery in New Paris, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

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

Deborah Lynn Weaver (August 23, 2013)

Deborah Lynn Weaver, 62, of Greenville, passed away peacefully on August 23, 2013 at her home. Deborah was born in Dayton, Ohio on March 2, 1951 to Mary Haworth of Brookville, Ohio and the late George Brown, Sr.

Deborah was a 1969 graduate of Brookville High School. She had worked in Brookville at Building Blocks Preschool. Deborah loved to mushroom hunt, go fishing and spend time with her family and grandchildren.

In addition to her father, George Brown, Sr., Deborah is preceded in death by step-father, Merlin Haworth; and a brother, Richard Brown.

Deborah is survived by her husband, Frank Weaver of Greenville; a son and daughter in law, Brandon and Michelle Weaver of Arcanum; a daughter and her fiance, Megan Weaver and Karl Fasick of Greenville; three grandchildren, Blake and Morgan Weaver and Gracie Fasick; two brothers and sisters in law, George and Melinda Brown of Dayton, John and Kelly Brown of Naples, Florida.

A celebration of life service will be held on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 8:00 PM at Braund Pope Funeral Home, New Madison, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until time of services. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. The family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital with donations being accepted at the funeral home.

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

Pequignot, James “Jim” Leonard (August 23, 2013)

Pequignot, James “Jim” Leonard, died Friday, August 23, 2013, two weeks after his 85th birthday, and nearly 29 years after beating his first cancer diagnosis. Born in Versailles OH in Darke County to Leonard and Marie Pequignot, Jim graduated from Versailles High School after being expelled from Greenville High during his senior year for “knowing more than the teacher”, or so the legend goes.

Jim is survived by Edie, who, with compassion and grace, stood by his side and assisted him his last several months. He is also survived by three sons, Steve, m. Lynne, and granddaughter, Isabelle who, with her grandfather’s blessing, will miss his funeral to begin her freshman year at Mount Holyoke College with him watching proudly from above; Don, m. Livia; Glenn and grandson Jonathan; daughter, Janel; grandson Brian Dean; three great grandsons; brother Gene, m. Dee; and nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by parents, sisters Jo Ann and Marilyn, and brother Joe.

Jim retired from the Air Force after serving 22 honorable years in places including San Antonio, Chanute, Klamath Falls, England, Taiwan, Japan, and TDY in Vietnam and the Phillipines. After retirement, Jim went on to a technology career. For many years he was active with Kettering Rotarians. He enjoyed reading, US, world and military history, bowling, ceramics and art, and, to the chagrin of his children, Rush Limbaugh and country music.

The family wishes to express great appreciation to Christina McKinley, his dedicated caregiver the past months. Visitation at 1:30 pm, Wednesday, August 28, at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, 1499 N. Broadway, Greenville OH, followed by funeral service at 2:30. Burial to follow at Greenlawn Cemetery in Versailles. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Honor Flight, dedicated to transporting our nation’s military heroes to visit their memorials in DC, or the Cancer Association of Darke County. A Full Military Service will be conducted by the Greenville Veterans Honor Guard.

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

Roy Francis Henry (August 24, 2013)

Roy Francis Henry, age 93, of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2013 at 4:50 PM at the Versailles Health Care Center in Versailles, Ohio. He was born on March 11, 1920 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late August C. & Emma C. (Barga) Henry.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years Rose J. (Voisard) Henry of Versailles; son, Roger Henry of Versailles; daughters, Mary Subler of Versailles and Linda Henry of Greenville; grandchildren, Kelli (Kevin) Berger, Mike (Carla) Henry, Steve (Tracy) Henry, and Dan (Michelle) Subler; great grandchildren, Payton and Zoey Berger, Landon, Alana, Brayden, Blake, Kirstin, Quinton and Xavier Henry, Cameron and Jonathon Subler; sister in law, Sarah Henry of Marion, Ohio; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his brothers, Charlie, Ed, Paul and Hubert Henry; sisters, Goldie Pleiman, Ruth Gaier, Irene Eck and Marie Mangen.

He was retired from Monarch Machine and Tool in Sidney with 44 years of services. He was a member of the United States Air Force serving in WWII, St. Denis Catholic Church and Versailles Eagles.

There will be a Mass of Christian Burial held on Thursday, August 29, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church, Versailles, Ohio, with Rev. Fr. Jim Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in the St. Valbert Cemetery, Versailles, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 from 4-8 PM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio.

There will be a Graveside Military Service conducted by the Versailles Veterans Honor Guard. It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice or the Vets Club.

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

Phyllis Jean Brown (August 25, 2013)

Phyllis Jean Brown age 80, of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2013 at 7:32 AM at the Sterling House in Greenville. Phyllis was born November 24, 1932 in Darke County, Ohio to the late John Virgil & Stella May (Burns) Brown.

Phyllis is survived by Dansen Brown, DeWitt Brown, Gary Resler, Leah Dixon, Gracie Dixon, Shane Dixon and Terry Paul.

Phyllis was a 1950 graduate of Arcanum High School and a 1954 graduate of Wilmington College where she received her Bachelor degree in Education. Phyllis was a teacher at Franklin Monroe Schools for 6 years and Columbus City Schools for 15 years until her retirement in 1975. She was a member of Ft. Jefferson United Methodist Church in Ft. Jefferson, Ohio.

A Service will be held on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 at 10:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Doug Baker officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 26, 2013 from 5-7 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of The Heart Hospice of Darke County. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Bevva L. Armstrong (August 23, 2013)

Bevva L. Armstrong, age 83, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, August 23, 2013 at 8:00 PM at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Unit, Greenville, Ohio. She was born on November 5, 1929 in Greenville, Ohio, to the late Ormal & Mindie (Whittaker) Ross.

She is survived by her husband, Joe Armstrong of Greenville, Ohio, whom she married on October 5, 1948; son and daughter in law, Bill & Jane Armstrong of Greenville; daughter and son in law, Linda & Robert Christman of Greenville; grandchildren, Scott (Angie) Armstrong, Ken (Aimee) Armstrong, Mark (Amanda) Armstrong, and Mike (Whitney) Christman; great grandchildren, Allie, Taylor, Jake, Josh, Bella, Lexi and Eli Armstrong, Wyatt Christman, Katie, Ben and Sam Oliver and Kennedi Strawser; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her daughter in law, Dawn Armstrong; siblings, Marjorie Garbig, Mary Delk, Martha Bailey, Marvin Ross, Maurice Ross, Harry Ross and Robert Ross.

Bevva was a homemaker and loved to travel and play bridge. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Greenville, Camping clubs and PTA.

There will be a service held on Thursday, August 29, 2013 at 11:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Abbottsville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 from 5-8 PM at the funeral home.

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

Friday, August 23, 2013

Judith K. (Bornhorst) Harman (August 22, 2013)

Judith K. (Bornhorst) Harman, 70 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Thursday August 22, 2013 at 2:15 PM at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center, Greenville, Ohio. She was born October 17, 1942 in Versailles, Ohio the daughter of the late Marcus B. & Agnes (Roth) Bornhorst. She was a homemaker and cleaned homes for friends for over 30 years.

She was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church, & a 1961 Graduate of Versailles High School.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband: Edward L. Harman on October 30, 1997; son: Kent Harman; brother: James Bornhorst.

She is survived by her children & spouses: Kirk & Marge Harman of Versailles, Kimberly & Rob Cooper of Versailles, Kelli & Matt Heffner of Versailles, Kevin Harman & girlfriend Rebecca Vagades of Versailles; grandchildren: Jessica Magoteaux & Emily Harman, Danielle & Alec Heffner, Joshua Cooper; great grandchild: Braxton Magoteaux; special friend: Ivan Baltes of Greenville; Brother in law, sisters in law, & numerous nieces & nephews.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday August 27, 2013 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church 14 East Wood Street Versailles, Ohio with Rev. Fr. Jim Simons Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday August 26, 2013 and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Tuesday August 27, 2013 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Karen Kay Stone (August 22, 2013)

Karen Kay Stone, age 56 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 11:40 A.M. Thursday, August 22, 2013 at her residence. Karen was born December 6, 1956 in Greenville, Ohio and the daughter of Kathryn (Estep) Oberer of Greenville and the late Harold Oberer.

Karen was a homemaker, hairdresser and volunteer school teacher. Karen was a rotary exchange student. She attended Trinity Wesleyan Church in Greenville.

In addition to her mother, Karen is survived by her husband, Gordon Stone of Greenville whom she married September 12, 1981; daughters, Tara Mathisen of Lexington, Kentucky and Tanya Sime of Wilmore, Kentucky; grandchildren Chloe Sime and Simeon Sime; and a brother, Steve Oberer of Greenville.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Monday, August 26, 2013 in the Trinity Wesleyan Church 1400 East Main Street Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Bob Boyd officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Monday 1 hour prior to the services in the Church. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

William E. Michael (August 22, 2013)

William E. Michael, 78, of Greenville, passed away early Thursday morning, August 22, 2013 at his residence.

He was born December 24, 1934 in Van Buren Township, Darke County, son of the late Joyce E. "Mike" and Naomi (Sebring) Michael. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his twin sister, Janice E. Hufnagle.

He is survived by nieces and cousins.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 24, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Chaplain Todd Reisch officiating. Burial will follow in the St. John Lutheran Cemetery near Greenville.

Friends may call at the funeral home Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to Heartland Hospice.

Condolences may be left for Bill at www.oliverfloyd.com

Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Cathy L. Eckstein (August 17, 2013)

Cathy L. Eckstein, 47, of Greenville, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, August 17, 2013. Cathy was born on April 20, 1966 to William G. Tipton and Carolyn S. Tipton of Greenville.

In addition to her parents, Cathy is survived by her husband, Dennis; three children, Erica & Peter Jones of Wichita, Kansas, Brandon C. Eckstein of Lima, Ohio and Caitlyn Eckstein of Greenville; a granddaughter, Madelyn Jones; and a sister, Beth and Lonnie Beisner of Arcanum.

Cathy worked as an optician at Spectacle Shoppe in Greenville, was a teacher and music director at Greenville Baptist Academy, and a consultant with Mary Kay for over 10 years. She enjoyed helping people through all her occupations and looked for ways to enrich the lives of people. She and her husband attended Castine Church of the Brethren and were active in ministry there.

Cathy enjoyed playing the piano. She was a lover of life and was always the life of a party. Cathy had an infectious smile and laugh, and never met a stranger. She looked out for the interest of others and always had time for you if you were having a bad day. Her love for others came from her own relationship with Christ and her deep faith. Cathy was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, and the time she spent with family and friends was precious to her.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Castine Church of the Brethren with Rev. Gary Cloyd officiating. The family will visit with friends on Wednesday, August 21st from 2 – 8 PM also at the church. The family requests memorial contributions be made to Darke County Cancer Society in honor of Cathy.

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

Mary L. Burns (August 18, 2013)

Mary L. Burns, 93, of Ft. Jefferson (Greenville), passed away Sunday afternoon, August 18, 2013 at the State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville.

She was born October 21, 1919 in Darke County, the daughter of the late Elmer and Hazel (Rhoades) Knick. In addition to her parents, she was [preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Burns, on December 2, 1986; and 4 sisters, Betty Cross, Ruth Cowgill, Glenna Young, and Donna Shiverdecker.

Mary was a 1938 graduate of Greenville High School. She had served as the Clerk for Neave Township for 12 years. She had served on the Darke County Board of Election for 6 years and was a lifelong member of the Darke County Democratic Party having served as the head of the Darke County Democratic Women for several years. She had served as a 4-H advisor for 40 years and enjoyed working with the youth at the Darke County Fair Bake-a-Rama. She was also a member of the Business and Professional Women and the St. Paul Lutheran Church in Greenville.

Mary is survived by several nieces and nephews including, Doyle and Jeannette Burns, Jill Schepis, and Larry Cross; special family, Donald, Eileen, Jacob, Peter, Zachary, Laura, and Simon Hoying; and dear friends, Jack and Carole Harless.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, August 21 at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in the Oak Grove Cemetery near Ft. Jefferson.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home Wednesday from 12 p.m. till 2 p.m. The family requests that memorial contributions be given to the charity of the donor's choice.

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

Sunday, August 18, 2013

Wesley I. Crumrine (August 16, 2013)

Wesley I. Crumrine, 95 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Friday August 16, 2013 at 5:08 PM at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Greenville, Ohio. He was born October 23, 1917 in Bradford, Ohio the son of the late Erman H. & Edna M. (Sparks) Crumrine. He worked for Century Electric. He was a member of Greenville Church of The Brethren.

He is preceded in death by his parents; 1st Wife: Mabel I. Crumrine; Son: Larry G. Crumrine Sr.; Daughter in Law: Doris Crumrine; Brother: George Crumrine; Sister: Dora Peters.

He is survived by his children & spouses: Gary E. & Mary Jane Crumrine of Taylor, Michigan, & DeAnna & Glen Best of Greenville; grandchildren: Larry Crumrine Jr., Lisa Crumrine, Gary Lee Crumrine, Nola Crumrine, Laura Salsido, Teresa Ketring, Richard Best, & Melissa Smith; great grandchildren: Andy & Anthony Best, David & Derek Ketring, Kari Crumrine, Sharon & Sarina Salsido, Audrey Salsido, Matthew Salsido, Brandon & Dillon Smith; Numerous great great grandchildren; 2 sisters in law; numerous nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Tuesday August 20, 2013 at 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson, Ohio. Family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday August 19, 2013 and 1 hour prior to services on Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Helen Elnora Enochs (August 14th, 2013)

Helen Elnora Enochs, 88, of Greenville, Ohio passed away August 14th at Rest Haven Nursing Home where she had been admitted that same day.

She was born November 15, 1924, in Darke County, to the late Lewis S. and Bertha M. (Harshman) Baker.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by infant sons Marvin Lee and Melvin Eugene Enochs, infant granddaughter Machelle Lawrence, son-in-law Earl Kent Lawrence, sisters:  infant Violet Baker, Thelma Miller, Esther Auter, brothers:  Wilbur and Everett Baker.

Helen was retired after 27 years from Corning Glass of Greenville having started there when they opened.  In her retirement she enjoyed sewing, crocheting, doing word searches, and playing bingo and cards with her senior friends.

Helen is survived by her husband Lester “Gene” Enochs, whom she married December 25, 1940; daughters Delores Lawrence, Greenville, and Lois Enochs, Phoenix, AZ, grandchildren Donna (Mike) Hohler, Greenville, Steven (Kim) Lawrence, New Madison, Lisa Matyasz, Banks, OR, great grandchildren Pvt. Alex (Erika) Hohler, Ft. Campbell, KY, Andrew Hohler, Greenville, Adam Hohler, Greenville, Taylor Matyasz, Banks, OR, great great granddaughter Chloe Hohler, step great great grandchildren Landon and Caitlin, sisters, Edna (Don) Peden, Stella (Chester) Shell, Dorothy (Byron) Fowble, brothers Ervin (Virginia) Baker, and Roy Baker, sister-in-law, Betty Burk.

There will be a service held on Monday August 19, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Scott Trittschuh officiating.  Burial will follow in Emanuel Cemetery near Coletown, Ohio.  Family will receive friends on Sunday August 18, 2013 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the funeral home.

In Lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice or Darke County Cancer Association.

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

Anthony L. “Tony” Printz (August 14, 2013)

Anthony L. “Tony” Printz age 67, of Ansonia, Ohio went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 3:35 A.M. at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. Tony was born April 20, 1946 in Greenville, Ohio to the late Charles William & Mary Esther (Boyer) Printz.

Tony is survived by his sons & daughters-in-law, Todd & Darla Printz of Ansonia and John & Joy Printz of Woodington; grandchildren, Sara & Dan Kaiser of Greenville, Chris Printz of Ansonia and Jesse Printz of Woodington; expected great-grandchild; brothers & sisters-in-law, David & Mary Beth Printz of Arcanum, Gene & Treva Printz of Arcanum, Ronald & Analee Printz of Arcanum and Bill & Joyce Printz of Union City, Ohio; sisters & brothers-in-law, Darlene Williamson of Dayton, Sandra & Rock Warrick of Versailles and Joyce & Mark Miller of Lynn, Indiana; sister-in-law, Marilyn Printz of Bradford; brother-in-law and great friend, Dennis Lemon of Greenville; numerous nieces & nephews; and a special friend, Lorena Bullock of Dunkirk, Indiana.

In addition to his parents, Tony is also preceded in death by a brother, Donald Printz.

Tony retired from Clopay Corporation with over 20 years of service and formerly worked at Sheller Globe in Union City, Indiana for 26 years. Tony was a 1964 graduate of Ansonia High School. Tony was an avid Reds fan; avid gardener; avid Ansonia Tigers sports fan; and loved hunting & fishing. Tony enjoyed spending time with his family.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Monday, August 19, 2013 at Beamsville Christian Church 6102 Beamsville Union City Rd. Greenville with Rev. Steve Short officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville and Monday morning from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at the church. In lieu of flowers, the family request memorial contribution be made to State of the Heart Hospice or Beamsville Christian Church. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Naomi Ruth Sharp (August 14, 2013)

Naomi Ruth Sharp, 75, of Greenville, Ohio passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at Hospice of Dayton.

She was born January 5, 1938 in Irvine, KY, daughter of the late William Oral and Alice (Van Cleave) Drew.  In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Adrian J. Sharp and a brother Walter Duane Drew.

Naomi was a home healthcare giver.

She is survived by her children, Donald (Lori) Brown of Lewisburg, OH, Jennifer (Darvin) Lightner of Greenville, Oh, and Bruce (Dawn) Ritchie of Hunker, PA; 9 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; sister, Alice Oraliene (Richard) Kosier of Fairborn, OH; brothers, Doral Dean (Nadine) Drew of Springboro, OH ,and Dale Edward (Betty) Drew of Hanover, IN.

Memorial services will be held at a later date at Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio.

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

Timothy S. Perreira (August 14, 2013)

Timothy S. Perreira, 53, of Greenville, passed away early Wednesday morning, August 14, 2013 at his residence after a long courageous battle with cancer.

He was born July 7, 1960 in Greenville, son of Marlene (Noggle) Perreira of Greenville, and the late Louis Perreira. In addition to his father he was preceded in death by his sons, Curtis Perrish and P.J. Perreira.

Tim had driven truck for several of the local trucking companies and had attended the East Zion Church near Greenville.

In addition to his mother, Tim is survived by his wife of 23 years, Sheila (Pelfrey) Perreira, whom he married March 20, 1990; children, Nathan Lane, Jenni Wescott, Jacquelynne (Terry) Harris, Shane (Jaymie) Perreira, Shannon (Chad Reedy) Hill, Mary (Josh) Crank, and Andrew Perreira; grandchildren, Desiree, Skyler, Alexis, Perry, Bryice, Carter, Maryanne, LeeAnna, Shane, Jr., Kaitlyn, Shelby, Travis, Cheyenne, Dallas, Zach, Kazyn. Nicolia, Noah, Rebecka and Timothy; brothers, Jon (Cathy) Perreira and Louis Perreira; adoptive brother, Moe Wagner; brothers-in-laws, Steve and Stanley Pelfrey; son-in-law, Bobby Hill; special friends, Diana Jenks, Ted Boze and the Best Family; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, August 19, at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville. Burial will follow in the Greenville Township Memorial Gardens.

The family will receive friends Sunday from 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home.

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