Joan Kay Gigandet (April 19, 2016)

Joan Kay Gigandet, 73 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Tuesday April 19, 2016 at 4:43 PM at the Cleveland Clinic. She was born June 17, 1942 in Darke County, Ohio the daughter of the late William & Bonnie (Huber) Harman. She was a homemaker and a member of the Versailles Women of the Eagles, & the Vets Club.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Jerome L. “Jerry” Gigandet; brother: Allan Harman; brothers in law: Norman & Robert Gigandet.

She is survived by her children & spouses: Denise & Tim Shimp of Versailles, Bonnie & Marion Grillot of Versailles, & Bradley Gigandet and special friend Penni Unger of Versailles; grandchildren & spouses: Mallory & Ben Schmitmeyer, Kristen & Josh Brandon, Jeffrey Grillot & fiancée Aubrey McKenzie, Natalie Grillot, Jared Grillot, Franklin Shimp, & Chad Shimp; 5 great grandchildren; sister: Jean Hartzell; sisters in law & spouses: Shelia & Jim Didier, Karon & Lyle Crowell, Myrna Gigandet, & Judy & Jerome Harman-Tolle; brother in law & spouse: George & Evelyn Gigandet; numerous nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Monday April 25, 2016 at 10:30 AM at Versailles Christian Church 105 West Ward Street, Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Nick Dimmick officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM on Sunday April 24, 2016 at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to Versailles Emergency Medical Services.

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

Herman J. Smith (April 20, 2016)

Herman J. Smith age 93, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 8:18 A.M. on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy. Herman was born March 16, 1923 in Versailles, Ohio to the late Raymond & Anna (Marchal) Smith.

Herman is survived by his wife, Virginia I. (Weaver) Smith whom he married August 20, 1949; children, Cheryl & John Goubeaux of Versailles, Marcia & Gary Davidson of Versailles and Duane & Georgette Smith of Versailles; grandchildren, Tracy & Neil Ranly, Brian Hemmelgarn and Jason & Lori Hemmelgarn; step-grandchildren, Brian Coppess, Brad Coppess, Jeffrey & Tina Davidson and Lori & Wes Grover; great-grandchildren, Alexis, Mason and Taylor; step-great-grandchildren, Landon, Ethan, Kaitlyn, Parker, Melina and Blake; brother & sister-in-law, Cyril & Jo Ann Smith of Union City, Ohio; sister, Anna Jean Wooten of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Herman was also preceded in death by his brothers, Ronald, Francis, Willard, Edgar and Norbert Smith; and sisters, Ruby Fullenkamp, Eileen Watercutter, Cecelia Young, Edna Wilt and Bernadine Deagle.

Herman served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He formerly co-owned Versailles Hi-Speed Oil & Gas from 1947 to 1950. Herman retired from Monarch in Sidney where he was a machinist from 1951 to 1991. Herman was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles; a life member of the Versailles V.F.W. post#3849 and member of the Versailles American Legion Post#435.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Saturday, April 23, 2016 at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. James Simons celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles with military honors conducted by the Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard. The family will receive friends on Friday from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. and Saturday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County, State of the Heart Hospice, Versailles Emergency Medical Services or Versailles Veteran’s Honor Guard. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Jewel E. Keel (April 18, 2016)

Jewel E. Keel, 88 of Union City, Ohio passed away on Monday April 18, 2016 at 2:52 PM at the Union City Care Center, Union City, Ohio. She was born June 3, 1927 in Knox County, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Earl & Onie May (Timmons) Wright. She was a homemaker.

She is preceded in death by her parents; her husband: Noah B. Keel Jr.; daughter: Karen Jackson; brother: Robert Wright; sister: Molly Annette Siciliano.

She is survived by her children & spouses: Chuck & Shree Keel, Phillip R. & Glenna Keel, Janice & Terry Byrd, Linda Stewart, Debbie McCubbin, Mike & Becky Keel, Bobby & Cindy Keel, Jerry Keel; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren & great great grandchildren; sisters: Patricia Giuntoli, Trula Knapczyk, Sharon Belvedere; brother: Ronnie Wright.

Services will be held on Monday April 25, 2016 at 9:00 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Sonny Petty officiating. Burial will follow in Dayton National Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Sunday April 24, 2016 at the funeral home.

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

Joann Marie Emrick (April 15, 2016)

Joann Marie Emrick, age 70, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 6:00 PM at her residence. She was born on November 30, 1945 in New Madison, Ohio, to the late Charles & Marie (Hawkey) Lutz.

She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Richard Lee Emrick of Greenville, Ohio, whom she married on January 15, 1965; daughter, Jodi Mathews of Brookville, IN; son, Rodney Emrick of Greenville; grandchildren, Brittany Mathews and Zachary Mathews and great grandchildren, Jared Mathews and Hailey Mathews Johnsons all of New Madison; brother, Jim Lutz of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Clarence Lutz and Richard Lutz.

Joann enjoyed computers, gardening and biking.

There will be a memorial service held on Monday, April 25, 2016 at 3:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Rev. Dennis Shipley Jr. officiating. There will be a private graveside service held at the convenience of the family at Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers it is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the State of the Heart Care. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Gloria "Sue Sue" Chamberlin (April 17, 2016)

Gloria "Sue Sue" Chamberlin, age 56, of Hollansburg, OH, passed away, Sunday, April 17, 2016 at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville.

She was born Saturday, February 27, 1960 in Sidney, OH, a daughter of Marie (Stephens) Bradley and the late Robert Bradley. In addition to her father, Gloria was preceded in death by her sister, Debbie Bradley

Gloria was a devoted wife and loving mother. She was an avid crocheter, most everyone has something she made. Gloria worked alongside her husband installing drywall until she retired. "Sue Sue" loved her family, and will be sadly missed.

Gloria is survived by her Husband Jim Chamberlin, whom she married on February 2, 1982; her daughter, Tia (Josh Knox) Pennycuff of Hollansburg, OH; mother, Marie Bradley of Sidney, OH; and her brother, Joe(Betty) Bradley of Anna, OH.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 1:00 PM on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor John Butts officiating. Burial will follow in Pearl Cemetery in Swanders, OH.

Family and friends my visit Friday from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

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

Peggy Ann (Cruze) Anthony (April 17, 2016)

Peggy Ann (Cruze) Anthony age 79, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 6:00 A.M. on Sunday, April 17, 2016 at her residence. Peggy was born November 2, 1936 in West Manchester to the late Roy Alvin & Marcella Marie (Niswonger) Cruze.

Peggy is survived by her sons & daughter-in-law, Gregory Leas of Greenville and Robert & Jeanette Leas of Greenville; grandchildren, Alissa Leas, Michael R. Leas, Tyler Leas, Israel Leas and Robert G. Leas; great-grandchildren, Conner Leas, Michael R. Leas Jr., Makayla Leas and Sawyer Leas; brothers, Jim Cruze of Camden and Duane Cruze of Eaton; sister, Janet Stover of Eaton; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Peggy was also preceded in death by her husband, Dale Anthony; son, Douglas Leas; brothers, Robert, Richard and David Cruze; and sisters, Joan Cruze, Shirley Marshall and Patty Cressell.

Peggy formerly worked at the Hallmark Shop in Downtown Greenville. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Greenville and the Eaton American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Old Teegarden Cemetery near Ansonia with Pastor Angela Meeks officiating. In lieu of flowers, 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

Phyllis J. Ross-Baldschun (April 18, 2016)

Phyllis J. Ross-Baldschun, age 84 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 7:05 AM Monday April 18, 2016 at Rest Haven Nursing Home Greenville, Ohio. Phyllis was born December 14, 1931 in Wayne County Indiana and the daughter of the late Fred and Tacy (Powell) Longfellow.

She had worked 5 years at Wayne Hospital of Greenville and had spent her entire adult life working on the farm and watching her grandkids.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her 1st husband Robert E. Ross; 2nd husband Kenneth Baldschun; son Ronald C. Ross; sisters Cleona Willis and Eileen Cotter; brothers Robert, Donald E. and Maurice “Bud” Longfellow.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter Vickie (Terry) Rogers of Greenville; grandchildren Chris (Tammi) Ross, Amy (Doug) Whittington, Justin (Tammy) Rogers and Nathan (Cubby) Rogers; great grandchildren Ashley (Chris) Gaynor, Alicia Ross, Tanner Ross, Paige Ross, Alex Rogers, Kolby Rogers, Claire Rogers and Conner Rogers; sister Doris Brandon of Greenville; sister in law Rosie Longfellow of Greenville; brother in law Joe Armstrong of Greenville as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:00 PM Friday April 22, 2016 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. Burial will follow in the Abbottsville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM in the funeral home.

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

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

Doris Ann (Wampler) Siders Gray (April 16, 2016)

Doris Ann (Wampler) Siders Gray, age 87, of Greenville, OH, passed away, Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton.

She was born Monday, July 2, 1928 in Greenville, OH, a daughter of the late George and Mary (Taylor) Wampler.

In addition to her parents, Doris was preceded in death by her first husband Frank Siders, who passed away in 1971; her second husband John Gray, who passed away in 1983; 2 children, Brice Siders and Bruce Siders; and her brother, George Wampler.

Doris was a member of the Greenville Moose for over 30 years. She was a member of the Greenville Eagles and Greenville American Legion. Doris loved to travel and devoted her life to her family. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Doris is survived by her children, Brent (Sharon) Siders and Brian (Joyce) Siders, both of Greenville, OH; 11 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great grandchild.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 10:00 AM on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens in Greenville.

Family and friends my visit Wednesday, April 20, 2016 from 5:00 PM to 6:45 PM at the funeral home. The Greenville Moose will conduct a Lodge of Sorrow immediately following at 6:45 PM.

Memorial contributions by be made to the funeral home to help offset funeral expenses.

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

Hazel E. Yeomans (April 15, 2016)

Hazel E. Yeomans age 82, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 6:05 P.M. on Friday, April 15, 2016 at Brookdale Assisted Living in Greenville. Hazel was born July 12, 1933 in Preble County to the late John & Laura (Kreitzer) Hoover.

Hazel is survived by her sons & daughters-in-law, Daniel J. & Linda Yeomans II of Greenville, Jeff D. & Jean Marie Yeomans of Arcanum and Douglas E. Yeomans of Greenville; grandchildren, Jason & Teresa Cheadle, Troy & Nicole Yeomans, Angie Yeomans, April & Charles Raby, Mark & Renee Yeomans, Sheena Marie Yeomans and Kaylee M. Banks; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters & brothers-in-law, Mary & Larry Ray of Ithaca, Glenna & Robert Bruner of Arcanum and Barb Rice of Ithaca; brother & sister-in-law, Dick & Norma Hoover of Ithaca; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Hazel was also preceded in death by her husband, Daniel J. Yeomans on October 22, 2009 whom she married August 9, 1952; brothers, Robert, Junior and Earl Hoover; sister, Marie Hoover; and brother-in-law, Tom Rice.

Hazel was a retired office manager. She was a former member of the Arcanum Order of Eastern Star.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, April 22, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Dan Glover officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. 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

Larry Howell (April 15, 2016)

Larry Howell age 77, of New Paris, Ohio passed away at 2:28 A.M. on Friday, April 15, 2016 at his residence. Larry was born December 19, 1938 in Celina, Ohio to the late Lewis & Mary (Webb) Howell.

Larry is survived by his wife of 58 years, Gloria (Boomershine) Howell whom he married December 28, 1957; children, Michael & Toni Howell of Greenville, Debi & Rick Hoskins of Greenville, Scott & Deanne Howell of Wayne Lakes and Chris Howell of New Paris; grandchildren, Stephen Howell, April Sullivan, Nick Hoskins, Lynette Denlinger, Ryan Howell, Shelley Hoskins and Travis Cresap; 10 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Bill Boomershine; sisters-in-law, Edith Howell, Kay Turner and Jane Koger; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Larry was also preceded in death by a grandson, Nathan C. Howell; and brother, Jerry E. Howell.

Larry retired from driving truck and farming, he hauled milk for over 30 years.

A funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, April 21, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Rev. Terry Haworth officiating. Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Carlos Eugene Trueblood (April 14, 2016)

Carlos Eugene Trueblood, age 30, of Ansonia, OH, passed away, Thursday, April 14, 2016 at his residence

He was born Monday, January 27, 1986 in Lafayette, IN, a son of Brien and Kathy (Rearick) Hiestand.

Carlos was preceded in death by his brother Jason S. Rearick; and his grandparents, Edgar Rearick and Hazel Johnson and his dear friend, Brian Chad Ostendorf.

Carlos loved to read, write and listen to music. V.C. Andrews was his favorite author. He had a wonderful sense of humor and could make anyone laugh. Carlos had an out-going personality and could make friends anywhere he went. Carlos loved Halloween and scary movies. There is no one in this world like Carlos... "are you mad at me?"

Carlos is survived by his parents Brien and Kathy Hiestand; Austin Johns of Ansonia, OH; 2 sisters, Kimberly Denise Turner of Sidney, OH, and Kelly Hiestand of Greenville, OH; 2 brothers, Bub Hiestand of Ansonia, OH, and Tim (Caitlin) Hiestand of Ansonia,OH; aunts and uncles, Jenny, Jeff, John, Rawley; 6 nieces and nephews, Brittany, Dallas, Dustin, Matthew, Elijah and Ariel and a great on the way.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 1pm at Oliver Floyd Funeral Home, 1000 N. Broadway St., Greenville, OH, with Rev. Eric Fee officiating. Burial will follow in Green Mound Cemetery in New Madison.

Family and friends may visit Monday from 4 - 7 PM and again Tuesday from 11 AM to 1PM at the funeral home.

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

D. June King (April 14, 2016)

D. June King age 93, of Springboro, Ohio and formerly of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 2:08 P.M. on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at her son’s residence. June was born September 16, 1922 in Greenville to the late Edward & Mildred (Kress) Cashman.

June is survived by her daughter & son-in-law, Pam & Andre Brand of Springfield, Ohio; son & daughter-in-law, Jim & Karen King of Springboro, Ohio; grandchildren, Amy & Matt Hazelbaker, Andy & Pam King, Zac & Connie King and Jennifer Sizemore; 12 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Marlene Cashman of Centerville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, June was also preceded in death by her husband, Herbert “Hip” King on June 27, 2014 whom she married January 1, 1943; grandson, Nick Brand; and brother, Dale Cashman.

June was a bookkeeper at Fritz E. Martin Jewelers in Greenville for 13 years. June volunteered at Wayne HealthCare in Greenville for 30 years. She was a member of Alpha Delta Omega Sorority.

A funeral service will be held at 2:30 P.M. on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Chaplain John Love of Hospice of Dayton officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 1:00 to 2:30 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Charles Zora LaFuze (April 14, 2016)

Charles Zora LaFuze, age 79, of Ansonia, OH, passed away Thursday, April 14, 2016 at Randolph Nursing Home in Winchester, IN.

He was born Tuesday, May 5, 1936 in Castine, OH, a son of the late Ben and Myrtle (Stroub) LaFuze.

In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by two brothers, Von "Rusty" LaFuze and Raymond LaFuze; two sisters, Christine Lee and Joan LaFuze; and 4 grandchildren.

Charles was a tinkerer. He loved taking things apart and putting them back together. He could fix anything electrical or mechanical. Charles was an electrician and plumber and owned Ansonia Electrical and Plumbing for 40 years. Retired from Shrader's Tires in Greenville after over 20 years of service. He loved the Lord and was a friend to all.

Charles is survived by 5 children, Richard (Cheryl) LaFuze, FL, Joan Mangen, AL, Gary (Amy) LaFuze, Winchester, IN, Shirley (Greg) Wampler, Ansonia, OH, John (Carey) LaFuze, FL; 1 brother, Frederick Stanley, Muncie, IN; 3 sisters, Carol (Keith) Hazelrigg, TX, Phyllis Erkhard, VA, Joyce Rutter, Dawn, OH; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 7:00 PM on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Monte Evans officiating. Burial will follow at a later date in Beamsville Cemetery.

Family and friends may visit Saturday from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Funeral Home in Greenville.

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

Betty Ann Meyers (April 13, 2016)

Betty Ann Meyers age 84, of Greenville passed away at 9:45 P.M. on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at her residence. Betty was born May 5, 1931 in Miami County, Ohio to the late Fred & Opal (Hunt) Westfall.

Betty is survived by a son & daughter-in-law, Robert & Tammy Meyers of Greenville; daughter, Jane Bannon of Dayton; 3 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, Betty was also preceded in death by her husband, Raymond E. “Ray” Meyers on January 14, 2014 whom she married February 6, 1954; and sisters, Gladys Thomas, Dorothy Ferguson, Pauline Canan and Mary Brown.

Betty retired as a traffic controller in 1986 from Fram Corporation in Greenville where she had worked for 25 years. Betty attended the EUM Church in Greenville.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, April 18, 2016 at Zechar Bailey funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. Burial will follow in Miami Memorial Park in Covington. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 P.M. and Monday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. 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

Lorelei B. “Loree” Phillips (April 11, 2016)

Lorelei B. “Loree” Phillips age 61, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 7:32 A.M. on Monday, April 11, 2016 at Miami Valley Hospital in Dayton. Loree was born April 30, 1954 in Piqua.

Loree is survived by her husband, Chris Phillips whom she married June 1, 2009; brother & sister-in-law, Brad & Kathryn (Henby) Brown of Trotwood; and by two sisters.

Loree was a retired nurse. She was a member of the Greenville Moose and Greenville American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

There will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Robert M. “Bob” Coppock (April 12, 2016)

Robert M. “Bob” Coppock age 90, of Greenville and formerly of Ansonia passed away at 12:40 P.M. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. Bob was born May 8, 1925 in Greenville to the late Harry & Forrest (Snyder) Coppock.

Bob is survived by his daughters & sons-in-law, Sue & Larry Rainey of Eaton and Paula & Dennis Moody of Ansonia; grandchildren, Sarah Rainey of Cincinnati, Ashley (Moody) Gilpin & husband, David of Arcanum and Robby Moody & wife, Ashley (Fraley) of Ansonia; great-grandchildren, Moxon Gilpin, Haddie Gilpin and Atalie Moody; sister, Phyllis Brumbaugh of Greenville; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline (Winterrowd) Coppock on April 4, 2014 whom he married May 28, 1949; granddaughter, Emily Rainey; brother, Jake Coppock; and sister, Ruby Boldman.

Bob retired after 40 years from Walls Bros Asphalt Company in Greenville. After retirement, Bob mowed grass for Brown Township and pumped gas at Moody’s Auto Sales in Ansonia. Bob was a member of the Ansonia United Methodist Church.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 P.M. on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Pastor Ron Hoeksema & Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens in Darke County. The family will receive friends on Saturday from 11:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Ansonia United Methodist Church or the Brethren Retirement Community. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Charles E. Colvin (April 11, 2016)

Charles J. Colvin "Charlie the mailman", age 70, of Greenville, passed away, Monday, April 11, 2016 at his residence.

He was born in Dayton, Ohio a son of the late George and Eloise (Schofield) Colvin.

Charlie was preceded in death by his parents and an infant son, Christopher Colvin.

Charlie was a member of the First Assembly of God since 1976. He was on the praise and worship team and worked in the sound room. He also loved spending time fishing and boating at Lake Erie. Charlie had a deep love for farming, and wished he had been able to do more. He loved spending time with his family and especially his great grandchildren. Charlie was a poor loser when it came to playing cards.

Even though Charlie was a bilateral amputee, he strived to live life to the fullest. He made quite an influence to his family, friends, and community.

Charlie is survived by his Wife of 39 years, Shirley M.(Broughman)Colvin whom he married November 27,1976; a son and daughter-in-law, David and Mary Colvin of Seabec, Washington; three daughters and sons-in-law, Kathleen and David Welby of Ft. Worth, Texas, Debbie(Marker) and David Anderson of Greenville, OH and Sharon(Marker) and Michael Cooper of Columbus, OH; ten grandchildren, Emily Colvin, Ashley Colvin, April Vansel, Nicole Burgess, Stephanie Wallace, Michael Anderson, Christopher Anderson, Myia Williams Miller, Leighann Williams Gigliotti, and Robbie Williams; 14 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; brother and sister in law, Patrick and Patricia Colvin of Miamisburg, OH; several other extended family members.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM at the First Assembly of God, 7219 St. Rt. 118 N. in Greenville with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating. Burial will follow in Oak Grove Cemetery in Ft. Jefferson, OH. Family and Friends may visit on Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 2:00 PM until 5:00 PM at the Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Assembly of God building fund.

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

Michael Lee Crawford (April 1, 2016)

Michael Lee Crawford, age 30, of Plant City, FL, passed away, Friday, April 1, 2016 at South Florida Baptist Hospital in Plant City, FL.

He was born Wednesday, March 12, 1986 in El Paso, TX, a son of Brian and Sun (Baek) Crawford of Plant City, FL. Michael was preceded in death by his Grandfather C. Michael Crawford.

Michael was an avid fisherman and backyard gill master. He enjoyed all sports and was very athletic. Michael loved his family. His children were his life and he made it a point to spend as much time with them as possible.

Michael is survived by his Wife, Tonya Crawford, whom he married June 11, 2015. 2 Children, Gabriel Michael and Faith Marie Crawford; 1 brother, Richard William Crawford of Plant City, FL; Grandmother, Patricia (Richard) Crawford Grimes of Ansonia, OH.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 at Assembly of God Church, 7219 118 North, Greenville, OH, with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Garden.

Family and friends may visit from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, Tuesday at the church.

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

Barbara J. Burns (April 10, 2016)

Barbara J. Burns, age 64, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 1:32 AM at Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana. She was born on September 15, 1951 in Greenville, Ohio, to Jeannette (Marshall) Burns of Greenville and the late Doyle Burns.

In addition to her mother she is survived by her son and daughter in law, Justin Lee & Holly Burns of Greenville; granddaughters, Hayley Lynn and Paige Lee Burns; siblings, Dennis & Carol Burns of Arkansas, Sharon & Duane Robbins of Hollansburg and Susan & Robert Hutzell of Falls Church, Virginia; aunt and uncle, Arlene & Keith Marshall of Greenville; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her sister and brother in law, Cindy & Michael Studabaker.

Barbara was a Licensed Practical Nurse for over 30 years. She worked at the Brethren Retirement Community, Sterling House in Greenville and Troy and most recently at the County Home. She loved playing cards and fishing. She was a 1970 graduate of Greenville High School and earned her Nursing Degree from Edison Community College Nursing School.

There will be a graveside service held on Thursday, April 14, 2016 at 2:30 PM at Palestine Cemetery, Palestine, Ohio, with Pastor Tony Price officiating. Family will receive friends on Thursday from 1-2 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.

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

Mary Alice Rismiller (April 10, 2016)

Mary Alice Rismiller, age 72, of Ansonia, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, April 10, 2016 at 12:35 AM at AMG Specialty Hospital in Muncie, Indiana. She was born on December 14, 1943 in Greenville, Ohio, to Mary (Shell) Henning Baker Lane and the late John Henning.

In addition to her mother she is survived by her husband of 52 years, John William Rismiller of Ansonia, Ohio, whom she married on January 12, 1964; sons and daughters in law, Jeff & Janell Rismiller of Ansonia and Jerry & Neolita Rismiller of Garrett, IN; daughter and son in law, Jennifer & Brad Shook of Ansonia; grandchildren, Jacob, Jedd and Jeremy Rismiller, Hannah Rismiller, Mitchell, Marissa, Michael and Mason Shook; siblings, Leonard Baker of Greenville, Martha Everman, Bertha Archey and Wilma Flack all of Ansonia; sister in law and brother in law, Jodi & Dick Hufford of Versailles; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father she is preceded in death by her brother Ralph Henning.

Mary retired in 2012 from Ansonia Schools as a Special Ed Teacher. She also worked at St. Mary’s School in Greenville, Bradford Schools, and taught computer classes at Edison Community College. She was the owner and operator of Chat & Curl Saloon in Ansonia and a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Greenville and the Motor Coach Association. She was a 1962 graduate of Greenville High School before attended Wright State University where she received a bachelor’s and master’s degree. She was a volunteer at Garst Museum, loved to read, sew, camp, travel and attend grandchildren activities.

There will be a service held on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at 10:30 AM at St. John Lutheran Church, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Don Bachman officiating. Burial will follow in the St. John Lutheran Church Cemetery. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, April 12, 2016 from 5-8 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville as well as one hour prior to the service at the church.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to the Arthritis Foundation. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com