Obituaries

CARPENTER, VIRGINIA ELEANOR a long-time resident of Irving passed away January 14, 2003. She was born on December 18, 1922 in Ashland, Ohio. She was a member of Faith Church of the Nazarene in Irving. She was a retired sales clerk for J. C. Penney. Virginia loved painting, especially landscapes. She also loved playing the piano and singing.

Survived by husband of 62 years, Ralph Carpenter of Irving; son and daughter-in-law David and Arlene Carpenter of Las Vegas, Nevada; daughter and son-in-law Joyce and Robert Parades of West Yellowstone, Montana; daughter Pat Loveday of Jasper, Michigan; sisters Lois Melberg, Linda Martel both of Arizona; Barbara Snook of Springfield, Ohio, Levina Files of Mt. Vernon, Ohio; 13 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM on Thursday, January 16th at Brown's Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, January 17th at Brown's Memorial Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Steve Hendricks officiating. Internment will follow at Oak Grove Memorial Gardens. If desired, memorial donations may be made to Vitas Hospice or the Alzheimer's Association. Brown's Memorial Funeral Home 707 N. MacArthur Blvd. Irving (972) 254-4242

Carpenter, William T. Carpenter

Source: The Times Reporter, New Philadelphia, Ohio [timesreporter.com] - Monday, October 13, 2003

William T. Carpenter, 73, of 217 McConnell St., Uhrichsville, O., died at 5:02 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 11, 2003, in Twin City Hospital at Dennison, O., following a sudden illness. He was born at Calus, [sic--Calais] O., April 1, 1930, a son of the late Otto Carpenter and Harriett Leach Carpenter.

On May 8, 1954, he married Jo-Ann Lovell Carpenter, who survives. Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Doug (Melba) Anderson of Strasburg, Mrs. Steven (Mary) Parrish of Uhrichsville and Mrs. Ronald (Teresa) McComb of Midvale; four grandchildren, Jason Parrish and wife Missy, Mrs. Chad (Chrissy) Lynch, Tyler Parrish and William Anderson; three great-grandchildren, Abbigail, Kalch* and Ethan Parrish; three brothers, Dennis Carpenter and wife Marvella, Tom Carpenter and wife Donna, and Clayton Carpenter and wife Betty; three sisters, Mrs. Bob (Wilma) Briggs, Linda Carpenter and Irene Henry; two sisters-in-law, Mary Carpenter and Mary Burkey; numerous nieces and nephews; a beloved canine companion, Christy.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother; two brothers, Jake and Leonard Carpenter; sister, Wanda Miller; and granddaughter, Stacey Lynn Parrish.

He had been a resident of this area for most of his life. William had been a heavy equipment operator for Puskarich Mining.

In keeping with William's wishes, no services will be held. Visiting hours are Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2003, from 5 to 7 p.m. in R.K. Lindsey Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one's choice.

R.K. Lindsey

(740) 922-1970

*Submitter’s Note: This name was spelled KALEB in William’s wife’s obituary in 2012.

Chapman, Doris Chapman, nee Miller

Source: The Terre Haute [Indiana] Tribune; Thursday, 14 Aug 2003

Doris Chapman, 81, of Terre Haute, died Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2003, in Royal Oaks Nursing Home. She had been a clerical worker at Columbia House for 15 years. She was born Sept. 18, 1921 in Terre Haute to Joseph Raymond Miller and Vonda Smith Miller.

Survivors include two sons, Gary Chapman and his wife, Laura of Bend, Ore., Gerald Chapman and his wife, Imogene of Riley; three daughters, Glenda Sayler of West Terre Haute, Gloria Jean Brillhart and her husband, Bill of Barcliff [SIC--Bacliff], Texas, Carol Marlene Tryon and her husband, Ed of Rosedale; one brother, Roy Miller of Terre Haute; two sisters, Helen I. Torpy of Rosedale, and Geneva Adams of Terre Haute; 20 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Raymond A. Miller. She was a member of the Full Gospel Assembly of God Church.

Services are 10 a.m. Friday in Thomas Funeral Home with the Rev. Dennis Leek officiating. Burial is in Rosedale Cemetery. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. today.

Christman, Helma G. Christman nee Stephen

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, March 3, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Helma G. Stephen Christman, 91, of Ohio 145, Miltonsburg community, Woodsfield, died Saturday (March 1, 2003) at Barnesville Hospital. She was born April 7, 1911, in Monroe County to Wilbert and Anna Hannahs Stephen. She attended Seneca Valley Church of Christ and Bush Church of Christ in later years. She taught school for 31 years, starting at the Miltonsburg two-room school. When it was closed, she went to Woodsfield Elementary, where she taught third grade. She was a quilter and her attention to detail and her skill making small stitches combined to produce several one-of-a-kind masterpiece quilts. She was the oldest living resident of Miltonsburg and was recognized as such by the Cleveland Plain Dealer in 2001.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Harold P. Christman; two sisters, Opal Johnson and Maxine Christman; and one brother, Clesson Stephen.
     She is survived by three sons, Walt Christman and his wife, Nancy, of New Martinsville, W.Va., Gene Christman and his wife, Danna, of Baltimore, Md.,
and Gordon Christman and his wife, Sharon, of Houston, Texas; one sister, Neva Gray of Columbus; seven grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Delmar "Bud" Burke officiating. Burial is in
Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 4 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Christman, Lee H. Christman

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, July 22, 2003

QUAKER CITY - Lee H. Christman, 91, of 52173 Ohio 379, Quaker City, died at 12:45 a.m. today (July 22, 2003) at Barnesville Hospital in Barnesville. He was born March 19, 1912, in Calais to John W. and Clara Ackerman Christman. He was a retired farmer and was a member of Seneca Valley Church of Christ at Calais. He enjoyed doing needlepoint pictures as a hobby.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret Earley Christman, whom he married on May 19, 1934; three sons, Dale Christman and his wife, Joan, of Lewisville, Ralph Christman and his wife, Karen, of St. Joseph, Mich., and Roger Christman and his wife, Janet, of Baltimore, Ohio; two brothers, Howard Christman of Lewisville and Herbert Christman of Summerfield; three sisters, Helen Starr of Gahanna, Mary Hayes of Quaker City and Cleo Carpenter of Lewisville; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Gilbert and Lester Christman; one sister, Esta Burkhart; and one daughter in infancy.

Services are at 2 p.m. Friday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Frank Love officiating. Burial is in Calais Cemetery in Calais. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Christman, Mina B. Christman, nee Wehr

Source: The Cambridge [Ohio] Jeffersonian; 28 Feb 2003

BARNESVILLE -- Mina B. Wehr Christman, 91, of Quaker City, died Thursday (Feb. 27, 2003) at First Community Village in Columbus.

She was born March 11, 1911, in Calais, daughter of the late William and Nellie Betts Wehr.

She was a member of Batesville United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin H. Christman; a daughter, Reba Ann Marinelli.

She leaves her son-in-law, Angelo Marinelli; two daughters, Leah Sue Hunnell and Mrs. Ron (Glenna) Hall; a son, Glenn (Sandra) Christman; eight grandchildren, Joe, Tonya, Chad (Susan), Lauren, Kory, Lisa, Todd and Patrick; a great-grandson.

Friends may call 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday 1 p.m. until time of the service at 2 p.m. at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, Barnesville.

Burial will be in Batesville Cemetery.

Christy, Hilma Irene Christy
Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, January 27, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Hilma Irene Christy, 86, of East Marietta Street died Saturday (Jan. 25, 2003) at Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center in Cambridge. She was born March 30, 1916, in Parkersburg to Ralph and Alice Guinn Davis. She was a member of the Woodsfield Church of Christ. She was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Christy, in February 1987; her parents; and one brother, Gordon Davis, in November 1986.
     She is survived by one daughter, Barbara Cole and her husband, David, of Searcy, Ark.; one brother, James Davis of Spring Lake, N.J.; two granddaughters, Jo Ellyn Cooper and her husband, Jason, of Little Rock, Ark., and Jennifer Hawes and her husband, Keith, of Houston, Texas; two great-grandsons, Zachary Hawes and Colin Cooper; and one great-granddaughter, Kaci Hawes.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Sam Bartrug officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Christy, Hilma Irene Christy nee Davis
Source—Newsclipping

Christy, Hilma Irene, 86, East Marietta Street, Woodsfield, died Jan. 25., 2003, at Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center, Cambridge. She was born in Parkersburg, W.Va.,March 30, 1916, a daughter of the late Ralph Davis and Alice Guinn Davis. She was a member of the Woodsfield Church of Christ.

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. David (Barbara) Cole, Scarcy, Arkansas,; brother, James Davis, Spring Lake, N.J.; two granddaughters, Mrs. Jason ( Jo Ellyn) Cooper, Little Rock, Ark., Mrs. Keith (Jennifer) Hawes, Houston, Texas; two great-grandsons, Zachary Hawes and Colin Cooper; a great-granddaughter, Kaci Hawes.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Christy, Feb. 1987; brother, Gordon Davis, Nov. 1986.

Friends were received Jan.27 at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services were held Jan.28., with Minister Sam Bartrug officiating. burial in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

Clark, Alva Harold Clark

Source: The Cambridge [Ohio] Daily Jeffersonian; Thursday, 20 Nov 2003

ALVA HAROLD CLARK SERVICES

1924 - 2003

SUMMERFIELD -- Services will be 1 p.m. Friday at Brubach-Watters Funeral Home in Summerfield for Alva Harold Clark, 78, of Columbus, formerly of Summerfield, who died Tuesday (Nov. 18, 2003) at Mt. Carmel St. Anns Hospital in Westerville.

David Myers will officiate. Burial will be in Bates Hill Cemetery, near Summerfield. Military graveside services will be conducted.

Friends may call from 5 to 8 p.m. today (Thursday) and from noon to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, prior to the service.

He was born Nov. 27, 1924, in Summerfield, son of the late Alva Lewis and Mary Jane (Bates) Clark.

Mr. Clark retired from the Gould Corp. in Caldwell, where he served as a machinist. He was also a retired bus driver for the Noble Local School District in Sarahsville.

He was a member of Spring Road Church of Christ in Westerville, and a U.S. Army veteran, having served in World War II.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Neva Leach Clark; and a step-son, Allen Edgar.

He leaves his wife, Eileen Roe Clark, whom he married Nov. 27, 1968; two sons, Marcus (Christine) Clark of Reynoldsburg and Hal (Kathy) Clark of Westerville; a daughter, Mrs. Don (Brenda) Morris of Westerville; a step-son, Glenn (Sandra) Edgar of San Diego, Calif.; 15 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.

Clark, Norma L. Clark, nee Richey

Source: www.LooseFuneralHomes.com; Nov 2003

Anderson - Norma L. (Richey) Clark, 68, Anderson, died November 9, 2003 at St. Vincent Hospital, Indianapolis Indiana after a sudden illness. She was born July 3, 1935 in Milroy, Indiana, and resided in Anderson, Indiana. She lived in this area most of her life. She was a homemaker.

She is survived by her Husband of 49 years: Charles Clark of Anderson. Three Children: Charles S. & wife Melanie Clark of Dearborn, Michigan. David L. & wife Laura Clark of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Gary A. & wife Michele Clark of Anderson. Three Sisters: Mary & husband Robert Norwald* of Greensburg, Ethel & husband Ralph Fisher of Connersville. Gladys Fussner of Milroy. Six Grandchildren, Three Step-Grandchildren and Two Great Grandchildren. Many Nieces & Nephews.

She was preceded by her Parents: Edward P. & Stella (Fishback) Richey. Several brothers and sisters.

Services will be Thursday, November 13, 2003 at 10:00 AM, at Robert D. Loose Funeral Homes & Crematory, South Chapel. 200 W. 53rd Street; Anderson, with Pastor Bradley Smith officiating. Burial will be in 1:00 PM at South Park Cemetery-Greensburg . Visitation will be from 4-8:00 PM on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at funeral home, south chapel.

Contributions may be made to Heart Disease Research Foundation.

*Submitter’s Note. Robert’s last name is spelled NARWOLD in the U.S. Public Records Index, the Social Security Death Index, and in his own obituary.

Claybaugh, Carol J. Claybaugh, nee Wagner

Source: The Peoria [Illinois] Journal Star - Thursday, May 29, 2003

ELMWOOD - Carol J. Claybaugh, 60, of Elmwood died at 8:27 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 2003, in the emergency room at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria.

Born Jan. 12, 1943, in Peoria to Conrad L. and Thelma Patton Wagner, she married James Claybaugh on Oct. 4, 1960, in Brimfield. He survives.

Also surviving are one daughter, Kim (and Joe) Hanks of West Peoria; three sons, Timothy (and Vicky) of Walled Lake, Mich., Todd of St. Louis and Robert (and Konstance) of Yates City; one sister, Patricia Hancock of Peoria; and four grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by three brothers.

She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church in Kickapoo.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Wright & Salmon Mortuary in Peoria, where visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. today. The Rev. Charles Karl will officiate. Burial will be in Swan Lake Memory Gardens in Peoria.

Memorials may be made to the Children's Miracle Network or to BYE Ambulance Service.

Cleaver, Robert Cleaver

Source: The South Florida Sun-Sentinel, [Fort Lauderdale, Florida] - Sunday, October 12, 2003

Cleaver, Robert, 61, of Deerfield Beach, FL died on October 10, 2003. All County Funeral Home & Crematory.

Clegg, Dorothy Virginia Clegg nee Ensinger

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, February 24, 2003
     CLARINGTON - Dorothy Virginia Clegg, 87, of Clarington died Friday (Feb. 21, 2003) at her home. She was born Oct. 11, 1915, in Clarington to Fred and Pearl Lude Ensinger.
     She is survived by two daughters, Marian McGary and her husband, Larry, of Fort Myers, Fla., and Donna Craig and her husband, Terry, of Clarington; one son, Richard Clegg and his wife, Jerilyn, of Woodsfield; one brother, Walter Ensinger of Clarington; six grandchildren, Jeffrey McGary and his wife, Sabrina, of Fort Myers, Jeannie Buesing and her husband, Brian, of Fort Myers, Bryan Craig and his wife, Amy, of Alliance, Yvonne Craig of Clarington, Wendy Heimbaugh and her husband, Jeff, of Newport, Pa., and Andrew Clegg and his wife, Kimberly, of Columbus; and six great-grandchildren, Ryan McGary, Noah and Levi Heimbaugh, Jacob Craig, Joey Clegg and Chloe Buesing.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard G. Clegg, in 1986; her parents; and one brother, Glenn Ensinger, in 2002.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Travis Smalley officiating. Burial is in
Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Cleveland, Harlan E. CLEVELAND
Source: The Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, January 2, 2003
(Lewisville High School graduate, class of 1940)
YUKON, Okla. - Harlan E. Cleveland, 81, of Yukon died Saturday (Dec. 28, 2002) after a lengthy illness. He was born Oct. 22, 1921, in Cambridge to Tony and Mary Wehr Waggle Cleveland. His home was later in Marietta for several years and, during this period, he was employed at the Leader Restaurant and later in the restaurant at the Hotel Lafayette.
He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and retired as a technical sergeant after 29 years. He then began a second career with the U.S. Postal Service in Lubbock, Texas, as a clerk. He was later transferred in 1972 to Kalamazoo, Mich., where he remained until his retirement in 1987. After the death of his wife, he visited with his daughter in Oklahoma each winter from October until May when he would return to Kalamazoo. In 1998, he moved to the Mustang/Yukon area of Oklahoma and made visits to all of his children's homes in the area and shared time with his grandchildren. He enjoyed talking with people wherever he went.

During World War II, he was in the Marshall and Marianna Island campaigns and the Battle of Okinawa. He also served in both the Korean conflict and the Vietnam War. During his career in the military, he and his wife lived and traveled in many places within the continental United States and also in Alaska, Okinawa, Rhyuku Islands and Japan. He was a member of the American Legion, 4078, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans and Free and Accepted Masons. He married Ruth Garnet Delaney of Marietta Jan. 5, 1947. She died Nov. 30, 1987.
He is survived by three daughters, Sharon Walls and her husband, Hal, of Yukon, Harla Hale and her husband, Glenn, of Abilene, Texas, and Sara Podwika and her husband, Tom, of Yukon; three sisters, Helen Miller of Zanesville, Bernetta Dotson of Marietta and Nancy Joyce of Iowa, La.; and 11 grandchildren.

Cobbler, Kenneth Leroy Cobbler

Source: The Wooster [Ohio] Daily Record; 23 Dec 2003

ASHLAND -- Kenneth Leroy Cobbler, 85, 788 County Road 1754, died Sunday, December 21, 2003 at Samaritan Regional Health System.

Services will be Wednesday December 24, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. at Fickes Funeral Home in Jeromesville with Travis Irwin officiating. Burial will be in the Reedsburg Cemetery.

Friends may call tonight (Tuesday, December 23, 2003), from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home or one hour prior to the service on Wednesday.

He was born in Ashland County on October 13, 1918, the son of Howard and Mina Garn Cobbler.

He was a life-long resident of Ashland County, farming for more than 60 years, and was a member of the Ashland Church of Christ Steel Ave.

Kenny also worked at the Jeromesville Elevator, the Ashland Elevator, the Ashland Vault Company, Harlows and MPM Corporation in Mansfield.

He is survived by one daughter and son-in-law, Ruth Ann and Charles Gibbs of Vienna, West Virginia and a daughter-in-law, Vicki Cobbler of Polk; seven grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren and close friend and companion, Marcella Eileen Briggs.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Mary on July 4, 1993, his son, Robert, a granddaughter, Laura Miller, and a sister, Mildred VanGlider.

Coultas, Ralph N. Coultas

Source: The Courier Journal, Louisville, Kentucky; 19 or 20 Dec 2003

Ralph N. Coultas, 81, of Louisville, passed away Thursday, December 18, 2003, at Hospice & Palliative Care of Louisville's inpatient unit at Norton Healthcare Pavilion. He was a retired Navy veteran, having served in World War II, and an employee of National Garage Builders. He was "Mr. Met," founder and president of The Louisville Metropolitan Auto Club. His love for The Metropolitan extended for 40 years, where he had countless friendships that he developed as part of his extended family.

He is survived by a son, Ralph Coultas; two sisters, Louise Van and Evelyn Whelchel; a brother, Darwin Cotton; three grandchildren, David and Kevin Coultas and Tracy Ayers; and a great-granddaughter, Lauren Coultas.

His funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Resthaven Funeral Home, with burial in Resthaven Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 3-8 p.m. Sunday.

Covert, Thelma I. Covert nee Cunningham

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, April 29, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Thelma I. Covert, 70, of Roy Watson Road died Sunday (April 27, 2003) at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown, W.Va. She was born Aug. 29, 1932, in New Matamoras to James and Goldie Moore Cunningham. She was a graduate of Kent State University and was a cosmetology teacher at Wayne County Vocational School. She was also the owner of Covert's Antiques of Woodsfield.
     She is survived by her husband, Paul Covert; one son, Paul Michael Covert and his wife, Tracie, of Massillon; one daughter, Linda Sims and her husband, Lewis, of Canton; two brothers, Dean Cunningham of Columbus and James Cunningham of Roanoke, Va.; two sisters, Helen Dennis of Ravenswood, W.Va., and Joan Bradley of West Haven, Conn.; four grandchildren, Amy, Amber and Mathew Lang, and Sarah Covert; and eight great-grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Robert Cunningham.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield. Burial is in Plainview Cemetery near Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Craig, Audrey A. Craig nee Griffon
Source: The Marietta Times dated Tuesday, May 20, 2003
     SARDIS - Audrey A. Craig, 61, of 46088 Dogskin Road died at 5:17 a.m. Sunday (May 18, 2003) at Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, W.Va. She was born Dec. 16, 1941, near Sardis to John and Nellie Matthews Griffon. She was a homemaker and a member of Locust Grove United Methodist Church near Sardis.
     She is survived by her husband, Paul E. Craig, whom she married on March 29, 1960; two daughters, Rhonda Lancaster and her husband, Richard, of Antioch, Ohio, and Rita Craig and her fiancé, Richard Smith, of Columbus; one son, Darren Craig at home; two brothers, Eugene Griffon and his wife, Norma, of Hannibal and Boyd Griffon and his wife, Elaine, of North Carolina; four grandchildren, Laken Lancaster, Mallory Lancaster, Sierra Lancaster and Matthew Lancaster; one sister-in-law, Brenda Griffon of Sardis; and several nieces and nephews.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; and one brother, Gale Griffon.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with the Rev. Frank Conley officiating. Burial is in West Union Cemetery near Sardis. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Crawford, Helen D. Crawford

Source: Daily Jeffersonian, Cambridge, Ohio, January 3, 2003
HELEN D. CRAWFORD 1934-2003
WOODSFIELD — Helen D. Crawford, 68, of Cuyahoga Falls and Antioch, died Thursday (Jan. 2, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield.
Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services will be 11 a.m. Monday with Keith Jones officiating. Burial will be in Antioch Cemetery in Antioch.

Crist, Mary Jo Crist nee Keyes

Source: The Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated April 21, 2003
      WOODSFIELD - Mary Jo Crist, 67, of Old Brick Road died Friday (April 18, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center. She was born Feb. 23, 1936, in Columbus to William and Edna Ketterer Keyes. She was a member of First United Methodist Church of Woodsfield, a lifetime member of Woodsfield Garden Club and a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 5303.
     She is survived by her husband, Myrle Crist; one son, Rick Crist and his wife, Tamie, of Nashua, N.H.; one daughter, Mollie Davis and her husband, Richard, of Woodsfield; and four grandchildren, Alissa and Joshua Crist, and Bradley and Brandon Davis.
     She was preceded in death by an infant son, Eric Russell Crist, in 1970; and her parents.
     Memorial services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First United Methodist Church on North Main Street, Woodsfield, with the Rev. Dwaine Dennis and the Rev. Patricia Christ officiating. Burial is at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received at the church from 1 p.m. Wednesday until time for the services. Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 1580 King Ave., Columbus, Ohio 43212.

Criswell, James William Criswell

The Marietta Times, Friday, January 17, 2003
    LEWISVILLE, Ohio - James William Criswell, 50, of Township Road 15, Lewisville, died Wednesday (Jan. 15, 2003) at his home. He was born March 27, 1952, at Fort Bragg, N.C., to Linsly and Pat Stewart Criswell. He was a 1970 graduate of Shenandoah High School and a 1976 graduate of Bowling Green State University. He was a former science, health and physical education teacher at Meadowbrook High School, where he also served as head wrestling coach and assistant
football coach. He had also acted as wrestling coach at Shenandoah High School for one year. He had attended Whigville Community Church.
    He is survived by one daughter, Emma Jo Criswell of Caldwell; his parents of Caldwell; one sister, Judy (Frank) Loraditch of Cumberland; and several nieces and nephews.
    Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home at 416 East St., Caldwell, with Pastor Cam Hayes and Pastor Gary Jacobs officiating. Burial is in Calais Cemetery. Friends may call from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. More on James Criswell.

Criswell, Lessie Mildred 'Pat' Criswell nee Stewart

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, December 27, 2003

CALDWELL - Lessie Mildred "Pat" Criswell, 89, formerly of Lewisville, died Wednesday morning (Dec. 24, 2003) at Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell. She was born June 4, 1914, in Culman, Ala., to George and Emma Bonner Stewart. She was a homemaker and was a Protestant by faith.

She is survived by one daughter, Judy (Frank) Loraditch of Cumberland; one sister, Tammie Clark of Jonesboro, Ga.; and two grandchildren, Emma Criswell and Rebecca Loraditch.

She was preceded in death by one son, James W. Criswell; her parents; three brothers; and two sisters.

Memorial services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home at 416 East St., Caldwell, with the Rev. Gary Jacobs officiating. Inurnment will be at Calais Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Online condolences may be sent to www.mcvay-perkins.com.

Cronin, Arlie Blaine Cronin

Source: The Steubenville [Ohio] Herald-Star; 5 Nov 2003

NEW CUMBERLAND -- Arlie Blaine "Pappy" Cronin, 73, of R.D. 1, New Cumberland, W.Va., passed away Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2003, at Weirton Medical Center.

He was born Aug. 27, 1930, in Pleasants County, W. Va.,a son of the late Michael K. and Jennie Ellen (Hanlon) Cronin. He was also preceded in death by two brothers, Harl Cronin and Frank Cronin.

He was retired from Weirton Steel Corp. as a welder in the Strip Steel Mill. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War and a Protestant by faith.

Surviving are his wife, Jennie Louise (Williams) Cronin at home; one son, Thomas Blaine Cronin of New Cumberland; two daughters, Sheri Lynn (John) Lalley of Warren, Mich. and Carolyn Sue (David) Howell of Charlestown [sic?– perhaps this is Charleston], W. Va.; two sisters, Mrs. Dayne (Emma) Fox of St. Marys, W. Va. and Mrs. Pearl "Buzz" (Grace Dexter) Cunningham of Belmont, W.Va.; one brother, Michael "Jiggs" Cronin of Belmont, W. Va.; six grandchildren; and one step-grandchild.

Friends will be received on Thursday from 7-9 p.m. at the Turley Funeral Home, 109 N. Chester St., New Cumberland.

Funeral services will be held Friday, Nov. 7. at 2 p.m. at the French Creek Baptist Church in St. Marys, with Rev. Arthur Cox officiating. Burial will follow in the Cronin Cemetery in St. Marys.

Cronin, Maxine Cronin, nee Noland

Source: The Parkersburg [West Virginia] News; 22 Jul 2003

WAVERLY -- Maxine Cronin, 77, of Waverly died Monday, July 21, 2003, at her residence.

She was born on Dec. 13, 1925, in French Creek, Pleasants County, a daughter of the late William and Edna Hall Noland.

She is survived by her daughter and caregiver, Kathy Cronin of the home; one son, Frank Cronin and his wife, Debbie, of Waverly; four sisters, Juanita Corbin and Frances Cunningham, both of Parkersburg and Mary Morrison and Pauline Hammond, both of St. Marys; four grandchildren, Amy Kuntz of Fairmont, Heather Cronin of Waverly, Matt Cronin of Deerwalk and Mike Cronin of Charleston, W.Va.; two step-grandchildren, Vincent Buckey of Beaufort, S.C., and Chad Buckey of Waverly; three great-grandchildren; a special friend, Glendon VanFossen; and a special niece, Judy Wallace.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Harl M. Cronin.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, south Parkersburg, with the Rev. John Frum officiating. Burial will be in the Cronin cemetery in Pleasants County. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Crooks, Richard Robert Crooks

Source: The Marietta Times, dated, Friday, August 1, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Richard Robert Crooks, 68, of North Main Street died Wednesday (July 30, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born July 2, 1935, in Belmont County, Ohio, to Bruce W. Crooks and Pearl Rothwell Crooks. He was a U.S. Army veteran and was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5303 in Woodsfield.

He is survived by four sisters, Shirley Pittman of Beallsville, Garnet Piatt of Lewisville, Martha Lisk of St. Clairsville, and Frances Kinsey of Beallsville; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Chester, Kenneth and Harold Crooks; three infant brothers; one sister, Wilma Wortman; and three infant sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Dave Langdon officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield with full military services to be conducted. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Crooks, Verna Mae Crooks nee Snively
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Crooks, Verna Mae Snively, age 69, of Barnesville, formerly of Belmont Ridge, Beallsville, died Tuesday, August 5, 2003 at East Ohio Regional Hospital, Martins Ferry. She was born September 8, 1933 at Somerset, PA, daughter of the late Hiram and Naomi Sleasman Snively. She was a member of the Belmont Ridge Christian Church.

In addition to her parents, Verna was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Edman Crooks; and two brothers, Harvey and Robert Snively.

Surviving are two sons, Edward Crooks of Salesville, OH and Doyle Crooks of Barnesville; a daughter, Penny Huntsman of Barnesville; a brother, Elmer Snively of Wooster; two sisters, Lila Ruschak of Alledonia and Nada Keylor of Woodsfield; and six grandchildren.Family and friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Friday, August 8, 2003, from 2 to 4 and 6 until time of services at 8 p.m. with Wayne Clark officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in Belmont Ridge Cemetery, Beallsville, Ohio.

Crossman, David Harold Crossman

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch; May 2003

April 15, 1947 - May 8, 2003

A funeral service for David Harold "Squirrel" Crossman, 56, of Pataskala, will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Kauber-Miller Funeral Home, with Pastor Rocky Brown officiating. Interment will * in Pataskala Cemetery.

Mr. Crossman was born to Harold and Marge Evans Crossman in Greenville on April 15, 1947 and died at St. Ann's Hospital on May 8, 2003.

Mr. Crossman is survived by his wife, Brenda J. Crossman of Pataskala, his parents, two children, David Crossman, Tonya (Dwaine) Withem, both from Cardington; two stepdaughters, Wendy (Steve) Beshuk and Mindy (John) McNerney, five grandchildren, three brothers and many nieces and nephews.

*Submitter's Note: Word missing here.

Culler, Laura G. Culler

Source: The Sun News (Myrtle Beach, South Carolina) - Tuesday, August 26, 2003

Murrells Inlet SC United States

MURRELLS INLET -- Laura Grace Culler, newborn daughter of Michael S. Culler III and Sherri Morris Culler, died Sunday, Aug. 24, 2003, at the Medical University of South Carolina.

Survivors, in addition to her parents of Murrells Inlet, include a sister, Julia Claire Culler of Murrells Inlet; paternal grandparents Michael S. Culler Jr. and Norma Culler of Surfside Beach; maternal grandparents James T. and Dale Morris of Columbia; and maternal great-grandparents Jack and Virginia Morris of Rayland, Ohio, and Tracy Evans of North Springs, W.Va.

The funeral will be at noon Wednesday at Surfside United Methodist Church, with visitation one hour prior at the church. Burial will be in Hillcrest Cemetery.

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Cummings, Cynthia Marie Cummings

Source: The Chronicle-Tribune (Marion, Indiana) - Friday, April 18, 2003

Oct. 22, 1955 - April 16, 2003

GAS CITY - Cynthia Marie Cummings, 47, 627 E.N. "H" St., died at 10:25 a.m. Wednesday in Lutheran Hospital, Fort Wayne.

Cindy is preceded in death by her father, Bert E. Cummings her grandparents, both Charles and Goldie Voland, Gas City, and Ananias and Eva Cummings, Beaverdam, Ky. her aunts, Emogene Alexander, Ruby Crosby, Rosalee Voland and Louise Buckler her uncle, Floyd Voland her sister, Cathy Cummings and a niece, Penny McNutt.

Cindy was a lifelong member of the Church of God of Prophecy in Gas City and in Gillette, Wyo. Her previous employment includes Vogels Donut Shop in Gas City, Wesleyan Health Care Center in Marion, and the News Record and Burlington Northern in Gillette, Wyo. She spent the latter part of her life as a homemaker and enjoyed cooking, decorating and spending time with her family. She had no biological children of her own, but at heart she was a mother to all of her nieces and nephews Jyme, Cory and Tracy (Voland) Charette, Gas City, Robert, Jessica, Joseph and Daniel Cummings, all of Jonesboro, Cheryl, Mason, Landon and Jaidon Cummings, all of Elwood, Dustyne and Kirsten Goebel, Alexis and Erika (Cy) Floriana, Cameron and Cyandra Cummings, all of Marion.

Additional survivors include her mother, Leona Marie (Voland) Cummings her sisters, Brenda E. McNutt and Robin (Dusty) Floriana, both of Marion, Rebecca (Bill) Stone, Jonesboro, Sandra Cummings, Gas City a brother, Danny Cummings, Gas City special relative, Aunt Elvira Knight, Beaver Dam, Ky. and a special lifelong friend, Nanette Weesner, Marion.

Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday in Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral Service, Storey Chapel, 400 E. Main St., with the Rev. Marshall Reynolds officiating. Burial is in Riverside Cemetery, Gas City.

Friends may call from 2-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Leona Cummings, in care of Fidelity Federal Savings Bank, 200 E. Main St., Gas City, Ind. 46933.

Cutright, Larry Eugene Cutright

Source: The Chillicothe [Ohio] Gazette; 28 Jun 2003

Larry Eugene Cutright, 57, of Waverly, died Thursday at the Piketon Nursing Center, Piketon, Ohio.

Graveside services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, June 30, 2003, in Omega Cemetery. Calling hours will not be observed. Arrangements are by Boyer Funeral Home, Waverly, Ohio.

Cutright, Steven A. Cutright

Source: The Chillicothe [Ohio] Gazette; 11 Apr 2003

Steven A. Cutright, 48, of Chillicothe, died 9:15 am, April 9, 2003, in Westmoreland Place Nursing Home, following an extended illness.

He was born June 26, 1954, in Ross Co. to James and Dorothy Turner Cutright.

He is survived by two daughters, Aimee Stauffer and Courtney Hice, both of Chillicothe; special grandchildren, Austin Collins, Skylar Hice, Cole and Carson Stauffer; a sister, Joyce Butler; two brothers, Michael (Alma) Cutright of Chillicothe, and Larry Cutright, of Waverly; a sister-in-law, Vicki Willis; special nieces and nephews, Chris and Josh Cutright; his step-mother, Zelma Cutright, of Chillicothe; and his ex-wife and friend, Melinda Cutright, of Reynoldsburg. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dane. He will be greatly missed by all of his relatives and friends.

Mr. Cutright had worked as a sales consultant for Big Sandy Furniture.

A private graveside funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family in Greenlawn Cemetery. Calling hours will not be observed. Arrangements are under the direction of the Haller Funeral Home.

Czuprun, Fred Czuprun

Source: The Wooster [Ohio] Daily Record; 20 Jan 2003

NORTH RIDGEVILLE -- Fred Czuprun, 78, formerly of North Ridgeville, died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2003, at Castle Nursing Home, Millersburg.

He was the brother of Irene Winner of Wooster.

Services will be Tuesday at noon at Dicken Funeral Home, 323 Middle Ave., Elyria, where friends may call two hours prior to the services. Entombment will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens, Avon, with the Rev. Ken Tucker officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Beth-El Baptist Church, 10170 W. Ridge Road, Elyria.

He was born Nov. 2, 1924, in Cleveland to Mytro and Paranka Czuprun and moved to Litchfield in 1934, where he helped operate the family farm. He moved to North Ridgeville, where he lived for 40 years.

He was a pipefitter at the U.S.S. Kope Steel Co. in Lorain from 1945-80 and after retiring was a self-employed truck driver, transporting asphalt for various companies.

He attended Beth-El Baptist Church in Elyria and enjoyed walking and working on his truck.

Surviving in addition to his sister, are stepsons, Charles Dennis of Vermilion and Wayne Dennis of New London; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Czuprun of Brunswick and Ann Seitz of Litchfield; and brothers, William Czuprun of Chagrin Falls and Joe Czuprun of Litchfield.

His wife, Vera Czuprun, died in 1995.

Dallison, Virginia Mae Dallison, nee McKinney

Source: The Steubenville [Ohio] Herald-Star; Monday, 23 Jun 2003

Virginia Mae Dallison -- 11 a.m., Blackburn Funeral Home, Bergholz.

Dantic, Irvin Lee Dantic

Source: The Owensboro [Kentucky] Messenger Inquirer; May 3, 2003

        Irvin Lee Dantic, 93, of 3612 War Admiral Drive, Owensboro, died May 2, 2003, at Owensboro Mercy Health System. He was born in Daviess Co., Ky. and was retired as a driver and dispatcher with the Yellow Cab Co. and also had formerly owned the Veteran Cab Co. He was a member of the Breckenridge Street United Methodist Church and was a member of the church Men’s Club. He loved Major League Baseball especially the New York Yankees and enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
        He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Georgia; three sons, Randall Dantic of Eddyville, Ky., and Paul Thomas Dantic and James Dantic, both of Owensboro; seven grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
        Services will be at 10:00 A.M. Monday, May 5, at the Glenn Funeral Home Chapel with burial following in Elmwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 1:00-8:00 P.M. Sunday, May 4. Expressions of sympathy may be made as donations to the Breckenridge Street United Methodist Church, 1400 Breckenridge Street, Owensboro, Ky. 42303. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

[Submitted by Paula Hinton Frichtl.]

Davis, Kathryn A. Davis nee Watkins

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Monday, April 28, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Kathryn A. Davis, 49, of Woodsfield died Sunday (April 27, 2003) at her home after a battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 3, 1954, in East Liverpool to Harry and Arlene Watkins. She was a maid supervisor and inspector in Las Vegas, Nev., and attended River of Life Assembly of God Church at Woodsfield.
     She is survived by her husband, James E. Davis of Woodsfield; two sons, Jeffrey Allen Davis and James Christopher Davis, both of Las Vegas; one daughter, Fay Ellen Williams of Las Vegas; one brother, Harry Watkins and his wife, Kathy, of Rogers, Ohio; two sisters, Donna Johnson and her husband, Michael, of East Liverpool, Ohio, and Margie Henry of Chicago, Ill.; 12 grandchildren, Cecily, Cynthia, Christopher, Mathew, Daniel, Ashley, Tyler, Alexander, Destiny, Jacob, Zoe and Hannah; her caregivers, Virgie Cajka, Connie Harriman and Teresa Dozier; six nieces; one nephew; and numerous brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
     She was preceded in death by one son, Mathew Aaron Davis; her parents; and her foster mother, Ethel Mitchell.
     Services are at 8 p.m. today at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Pastor Lloyd Hill officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 2 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Dearth, David W. Dearth
SOURCE: Canton (OH) Repository - 15 Dec 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
David W. Dearth, age 80, of Canton, OH, passed away Saturday morning (13 Dec 2003) in the Mercy Medical Center following an extended illness. Born in Graysville, OH, on May 5, 1923, he was the son of the late David A. and Carrie Dearth. He was a Veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army and was a retired employee of Old King Cole Plastics. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his first wife, Adaline E. (Chaney) Dearth; his second wife, Naydean (Starling) Dearth; his stepmother, Flora Wilson Dearth; and also by two sisters; a stepdaughter and a stepson. Survivors include his granddaughter and caregiver, Dianna (Donald) McKinney of New Philadelphia, OH; two brothers, Jim (Sue) Dearth of Woodsfield, OH, and Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Dearth of Hartville, OH; stepdaughter, Charlotte Sneff of Albuquerque, NM; son, James Beatty of North Carolina and close friends, Keith and Margaret Taylor of Canton; there are 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the Reed Funeral Home with Rev. Ron Howard officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memory Gardens. Calling hours at the funeral home one hour before the services on Wednesday from 12-1 p.m.

Deeds, Robert Jess Deeds

Source: The Las Vegas [Nevada] Review-Journal - Thursday, August 7, 2003

Robert Jess Deeds, 79, of Las Vegas, died Monday, August 4, 2003, following a brief illness. Mr. Deeds was born in Newell, West Virginia, and graduated from West Virginia University after serving in the Navy during World War II. Lieutenant Deeds trained as a fighter pilot and competed on the Navy's boxing team. Much of his career was spent in sales in Ohio and California, where he eventually owned a fiberglass manufacturing plant. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret Jackson Deeds, and other family members. He will be remembered by family and friends as an energetic and generous man.

There are no services scheduled.

DeLong, Bernard Ray DeLong

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times; 13 Aug 2003

LOWELL -- Bernard Ray De Long, 79, of Lowell Route 1 died at 4:15 p.m. Monday (Aug. 11, 2003) at his home.

He was born March 19, 1924, in Lowell to Norman and Dora F. Deist De Long. He was a 1943 graduate of Lowell High School and had served in the Pacific Theatre in World War II.

He had been employed by Central Ohio Coal Co. for 35 years until his retirement in 1988. At the same time that he was employed by the coal company, he farmed his own farm as well as his mother's farm. He was a member of Masonic Lodge 436, F&AM, in Lowell.

He is survived by his wife, the former Betty Irene Hinton, whom he married on Dec. 30, 1947; four sons, Richard De Long and his wife, Karen, of Marietta, David De Long of Lowell, Stephen De Long of Boulder Colo., and Bernard De Long II and his wife, Sandy, of Lowell; one daughter, Patricia Morris and her husband, Harvey, of Lexington, Ohio; five grandchildren, Meredith Chan and her husband, Andrew of Med___,* Brian De Long and Laura De Long of Marietta, and Lauren De Long and Eric De Long of Lowell; his soon-to-be great-granddaughter, Mia Chan; one sister-in-law, Jean De Long of Lowell; two brothers-in-law, John W. Hinton of Lowell and Lester Fraley of Jerusalem; and several nephews, nieces and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, John H. De Long and Donald R. De Long.

Services are at 10 a.m. Thursday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta with Pastor Paul O'Donnell and the Rev. David Thomas of Plymouth, Mich., officiating. Burial is in Rainbow Cemetery with military rites to be conducted. Friends may call from 2 p.m. today until the hour of the service at the funeral home, where the family will be present to meet friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today.

Memorial contributions may be made to the L-A Fire Department and Emergency Squad, P.O. Bo 406, Lowell, Ohio 45744.

*Submitter’s Note: This city was difficult to read on my copy of this obituary. I believe it says “Medina,” but am not positive.

Dexheimer, Edward R. Dexheimer

Source: The State Journal-Register [Springfield, Sangamon Co., Illinois]; Thursday, 06 November 2003, page 42

Jacksonville - Edward Roy Dexheimer, 52, of Jacksonville, formerly of Springfield, died Monday, Nov. 3, 2003, at Passavant Area Hospital in Jacksonville.

He was born March 10, 1951, in Springfield, the son of Robert Louis and Anna Mae Steinkuehler Dexheimer.

Mr. Dexheimer was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran, serving as a sergeant in Okinawa from 1969 - 73. He was a member of SEIU Local 73 and Lionel Railroad Club.

Survivors: a daughter, Melissa (husband, Tech. Sgt. David) Tyler of Tucson, Ariz.; three grandchildren; four sisters, Carol Gorbett of Tustin, Calif., Jean (husband, Bob) Young of Loami, Bobbi Lewis of Curran and Sally Smith of Springfield; companion, Lynette Dawdy of Jacksonville; 20 nieces and nephews; and several aunts, uncles, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Service: 10 a.m. Friday, Bisch Funeral Home West, the Rev. Clint Cook officiating. Burial: Oak Ridge Cemetery.

Dierks, Charles C. Dierks

Source: The Garden City [Kansas] Telegram; 4 or 5 Dec 2003

LEOTI - Funeral for Charles C. "Connie" Dierks, 71, will be 10 a.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, Leoti, with the Rev. Richard Odom officiating. Burial will be in Leoti Cemetery.

Mr. Dierks died Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2003, at the Wichita County Long Term Care Unit in Leoti.

He was born Jan. 17, 1932, at Haven, to Edward H. and Augusta J. Rupp Dierks.

A farmer/stockman, he had been a Wichita County resident since 1936. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Leoti and Anthem Masonic Lodge at Scott City.

On May 23, 1953, he married Janet C. Bonner at Leoti. She survives. He also is survived by a son, Chuck Dierks of Olathe; a daughter, Kim Watt of Leoti; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and a sister.

Visitation hours are until 8 tonight at Price & Sons Funeral Home, Leoti. Memorials are suggested to the Wichita County Long Term Care Unit or First Baptist Church, both in care of the funeral home, P.O. Box 161, Leoti, KS 67861.

Dillon, E. Matt Dillon

Dillon, Emil Matt Dillon

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, October 2, 2003

Summerfield: E. Matt Dillon, 76, of 598 Tennis Center Drive, Marietta, died at 4:55 a.m. Wednesday (Oct. 1, 2003) at Marietta Memorial Hospital in Marietta. He was born Sept. 30, 1927, in Morehead, Ky., to George and Rosie Hesson Dillon. He was a retired truck driver and a Protestant by faith.

He is survived by his wife, Margaret M. Leasure Dillon, whom he married on Oct. 23, 1982; one stepson, Robert V. Waterman of Marietta; one sister, Edith Trent of Morehead, Ky.; six stepgrandchildren; and four stepgreat-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Albert Dillon; and one sister, Bertha Dulin.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield. Burial will follow in Mount Tabor Cemetery near Summerfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Dimmerling, Donald Dimmerling

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Wednesday, April 23, 2003
     Donald C. "Don" Dimmerling, 63, of Lewisville Road, Woodsfield, Ohio, died April 21, 2003, at the Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling, W. Va., after a hard battle with cancer. He was born Feb. 20, 1940 in Zanesville, Ohio, the son of Marie Hill Dimmerling of Caldwell, Ohio and the late C. L. "Tip" Dimmerling. He was a retired lineman from Ameritech and a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam Era. He was a member of the Woodsfield Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 2247 and the Woodsfield Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge.
     Surviving in addition to his mother are his wife, Deanna "C. Clark Dimmerling, whom he married on April 24, 1965; two sons and daughters-in-law: Darren and his wife Kathy, Drew and his wife Patty, all of Woodsfield; two brothers, Richard and his wife Leanna of Sarahsville, Ohio; Charles and his wife Kathy of Lewisville, Ohio; four sisters, Mrs. Don (Rose Marie) Schockling of Caldwell, Ohio, Mrs. Robert (Patricia) Gaydosik of Summerfield, Ohio; twin sister, Mrs. Donna Jean Hill of Kennonsburg, Ohio and Mrs. James (Margaret Mary) McCort of Logan, Ohio. He is also survived by four grandchildren: Brett, Tye, Brittany and Katelyn Dimmerling; several nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles also survive him.
     In addition to his father, Don was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Leo and Mary Dimmerling, maternal grandparents Bede and Rose Hill and a brother-in-law Dale Hill.
     Friends will be received at the Watters Funeral Home, St. Rt. 78, West, Woodsfield, Wednesday, April 23, from 2 to 9 p.m. where services will be held Thursday, April 24, at 11 a.m. with the Father David Gaydosik officiating. Burial will follow in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield. Vigil service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Doggett, Bonnie "Scottie" Doggett, nee Campbell

Source: The Fort Morgan [Colorado] Times - Wednesday, February 19, 2003

Bonnie Doggett service set

Bonnie "Scottie" (Campbell) Doggett, 64, a native of Fort Morgan, died unexpectedly Monday from complications of a stroke.

Mrs. Doggett grew up in Fort Morgan and later attended the University of Colorado in Boulder where she met her husband, Jim. She went on to attain her master's degree from the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. She taught for the Albuquerque Public Schools at Del Norte High School for over 20 years where she served as the English department chairperson and specialized in advanced placement English.

She will be remembered by those who knew her as a devoted loving wife, mother and grandmother, an excellent and inspiring educator, an intelligent and effective political activist, a respected community member, a lover of the outdoors and the high mountains and an especially warm and valued friend.

She is survived by her two brothers, Jack and Dale Pflager of Fort Morgan; her husband, Jim Doggett of Elephant Butte, N.M., and Vallecito; three daughters, Scotia Kurowski of Santa Fe, N.M., Suzanna Langowski of Colorado Springs and Jamie Robinson of Carlsbad, Calif., and five granddaughters.

Mrs. Doggett was preceded in death by her older sister, Betty Schmick.

A memorial service for her will be held in Albuquerque Saturday at 1 p.m. at French Mortuary on 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE.

Drake, Carl Weslie Drake

Source: The Bradenton [Florida] Herald - Saturday, December 20, 2003

Carl Weslie Drake, 75, of Old Town, formerly of Bradenton, passed away Dec. 16, 2003, at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, after a long illness.

He was a born-again Christian. He was born on July 7, 1928, in Somerset Township, Ohio. He brought his family to Bradenton in 1960 and retired from G.T.E. in 1985. After raising his family, he moved to Old Town in 1990. He was a veteran of WWII and served in Germany. He was a Past Commander and Life Time Member of the V.F.W.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 49 years, Ruie; two sons, Woody Paul Wells of Cleves, Ohio, and Carlos Drake of Bradenton; three daughters, Faye Moore of Myakka City, Carla Drake of Palmetto, and Carlette Thomas of Slidell, La; one brother, William Drake of Fairmont, W.Va.; five sisters, Lillian Huntsman, Myrtle Hudson, Betty Eikelberry, Kathryn Eikelberry, all of Ohio, and Edna Garvin of Fruitland Park; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a memorial service held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2003, Rock Sink Baptist Church on SR349, Old Town, Pastor Al LaRoe officiating. A Direct Cremation of Gainesville will be in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations be made to the American Red Cross.

Droke, Delma Droke, nee Gilmore

Source: The Commercial Appeal (Memphis, Tennessee) - Sunday, June 8, 2003

DELMA DROKE, 86, of Pensacola, Fla., formerly of Memphis, homemaker, died Thursday at West Point Retirement Community in Pensacola. Graveside services will be at 3 p.m. Monday at Memory Hill Gardens. Memphis Funeral Home Germantown Parkway Chapel has charge. She was a Presbyterian. Mrs. Droke, the widow of Edwin T. Droke, leaves a niece who helped care for her, Joan Humphreys of South Port, Fla. The family requests that memorials be sent to the American Heart Association.

Duncan, Bernice E. Irvin Duncan, nee Morris

Source: The Evansville [Indiana] Courier & Press - Sunday, December 28, 2003

Bernice E. Irvin Duncan, 80, of Evansville, Ind., formerly of Folsomville, Ind., passed away Saturday, December 27, 2003, at Americare Center in Evansville, Ind.

Bernice attended the Jockey Church of Folsomville, and later Liberty Chapel of Lynnville. She was of the Pentecostal faith.

Bernice is survived by six daughters, Audrey Randall of Thompkinsville, Ky., Anna Blackwell of Winslow, Ind., Alice Barnett of Wyoming, Arda Smith of Evansville, Ind., Alta Wedding of Spottsville, Ky., and Arlene Wedding of Sebree, Ky.; three sons, Arthur Irvin of Pensacola, Fla., Arvil J. Irvin of Evansville, Ind., and Arles Irvin of Glasgow, Ky.; 17 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two sisters, Mabel Thompson of Gentryville, Ind., and Thelma Wilder of Boonville, Ind.; two sisters-in-law, Margaret Morris of Chandler, Ind., and Mary Morris of Dale, Ind.; and one brother-in-law, Quincy Wilder of Boonville, Ind.

Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday, December 29, 2003, at the Koehler Funeral Home Boonville Chapel, with the Rev. Donald Grubb officiating. Burial will be in Freedom Cemetery near Boonville, Ind.

Friends may call from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. today and from 11 a.m. until service time Monday at the Koehler Funeral Home Boonville Chapel.

Elliott, Vernon L. 'Homie' Elliott

WOODSFIELD - Vernon L. "Homie" Elliott, 81, of Woodsfield died Monday (Dec. 8, 2003) at Marietta Memorial Hospital.

He was born Feb. 19, 1922, in Monroe County to Raymond W. "Bud" and Sarah Nalley Elliott. He was a retired cartage hauler, and owner of Elliott's Concessions.

He is survived by his wife, Evelyn Lucille Denbow Elliott; three sons, Roger Elliott and his wife, Toni, Dale Elliott and his wife, Dorothy, and Robert Elliott, all of Woodsfield; one stepson, Gary Denbow and his wife, Kathy, of Brownsville; two daughters, Bonnie Selvy and her husband, Jim, and Lisa O'Neal and her husband, Dennis, all of Woodsfield; seven grandchildren; three stepgrandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and five stepgreat-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one daughter, Susan Louise Elliott; one son, Terry Elliott; one brother, Homer Elliott; and his parents.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Paul Ferguson officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

English, Richard Laurel English

Source: The Press-Enterprise (Riverside, CA) MORENO VALLEY Edition - October 18, 2003

RICHARD LAUREL ENGLISH, 76, died Tuesday at Hemet Valley Medical Center. Born in Lansing, Mich., Mr. English lived in Hemet 10 years and previously lived in Perris five years.

He was a welder in Orange and Los Angeles counties.

Mr. English was a member of the Nostalgics in Hemet. He was previously a musician and songwriter with the Bing Crosby organization and he evangelized with his music for many years.

He was a member of the Perris Community Church.

Mr. English is survived by his wife of 42 years, Clella; a sister, Eugenia Davis of Michigan; two nephews and a niece, all in Michigan.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Miller Jones Mortuary in Hemet. A reception will follow the services. Friends may call at the mortuary from 2 until 4 p.m. Sunday. Burial will be at the Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte, Mich.

Erwin, Minnie Erwin nee Ramsay

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Tuesday, March 18, 2003
     Minnie I. Erwin, 94, of Woodsfield, formerly of Powhatan Point, died March 13, 2003 in Woodsfield. She was born July 3, 1908 in Powhatan Point a daughter of the late John and Lenora Helms Ramsay. She was a Methodist.
     She was preceded in death by her husband Marvin Erwin.
     Surviving are a daughter Elizabeth Maley Harris of Woodsfield, a grandson clay Harris of Beallsville.
     Friends received at the Bauknecht-Altmeyer Funeral Home, 186 Main St. Powhatan Point, Ohio, Monday 11a.m. until time of funeral service at 1 p.m. with Rev. Theresa Bobot officiating.   Interment in Powhatan Cemetery.

Fearing, Chloe Roy Fearing

Source: The Arizona Daily Star (Tucson, AZ) - Monday, December 15, 2003

FEARING, Chloe Roy

at age 44, went to walk with God on December 13, 2003. He was preceded in death by his father, Edward. He is survived by his mother, Marlene (Rich); children, Chloe W., Tara, Karly, Meagan, Marlana and Bree; brothers, Edward and Bill (Denise); sister, Donna; grandchildren, Madison and Elijah. Chloe was a computer tech at Pima Community College. A Visitation will be held 600 p.m. to 800 p.m., Monday, December 15 at the ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, Avalon Chapel, 8090 N. Northern Ave @ Magee. Funeral Services will be conducted 1000 a.m., Tuesday, December 16 at Victory Assembly of God, 2561 W. Ruthrauff. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery.

Fearing, Herman I. Fearing

Source: The Sandusky [Ohio] Register; 16 Dec 2003

NOV. 8, 1928 - DEC. 13, 2003

SANDUSKY

Herman I. Fearing, 75, of 407 W. Bogart Road, Sandusky, died Saturday afternoon, Dec. 13, 2003, in St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo.

He was born Nov. 8, 1928, in Ravenden, Ariz. [Error–Ravenden is in Arkansas]. He was employed as a brakeman for the N&W Railroad and the chairman for Local No. 1634. He was one of the top dartball players in Erie County. He loved his family and will be missed as a father and friend.

He is survived by a daughter, Barbara L. (Troy) Fearing Hill of Huron; three sons, Kenneth N. (Diane) Fearing of Clark Range, Tenn., and Larry F. (Becky) Fearing and Daniel G. Fearing, both of Sandusky; ten grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; a sister, Juanita Brugnone of Bellevue; and a brother, Roger Fearing of Sandusky.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Opal Fearing, in 2002, a son, Robert A. Fearing; his parents, Francis and Lois (Haynes) Fearing; a sister, Pauline Brugnone [sic--Bogoni]*; and two brothers, Julian and Fred Fearing.

Memorial service will be 7 p.m. today at Faith Memorial Church, 1320 E. Strub Rd., Sandusky. Burial will be in the Oldfield Family Cemetery, Jeffersonville, Ky.

Toft Funeral Home & Crematory, 2001 Columbus Ave., Sandusky, is in charge of arrangements.

Submtter’s Note: Pauline was married to Frank Joseph Bogoni.

Feasel, Daniel S. Feasel

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, November 27, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Daniel S. Feasel, 76, of 135 Andover Road died at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 25, 2003) at Wetzel County Hospital in New Martinsville, W.Va. He was born Sept. 16, 1927, in Sistersville, W.Va., to Curtis and Louis Riggs Feasel. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II and the Korean conflict, and was a retired Air Force master sergeant serving during the Vietnam era. He was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5303 at Woodsfield, Loyal Order of Moose Lodge at Woodsfield and Fraternal Order of Eagles at Woodsfield. He was also currently serving as a board member on the Monroe County Veterans Service Commission.

He is survived by his wife, Leah Swartzlander Feasel, whom he married June 2, 1950; two daughters, Terry Stempfer and her husband, Randy, of Winston-Salem, N.C., and JoEllen Seidler and her husband, Jeff, of Woodsfield; and three grandchildren, Jaren Stempfer, Jason Seidler and Jordan Seidler.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Allen Feasel; and one nephew, Mike Swartzlander.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Sam Bartrug and Keith Jones officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield with full military graveside services conducted by the Belmont Veterans Council.

Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Feiber, Hazel Feiber

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch; October 22, 2003

FEIBER Hazel Feiber, age 92, of Whitehall, former long-time resident of Upper Arlington, died Sunday, October 19, 2003 at her home. She was the owner and operator of Career Beauty Salon in Upper Arlington until her retirement in 1981. She was a Charter Member of Scioto Ridge United Methodist Church, where she helped with the newsletter for many years. She was formerly active along with her late husband with the Pennsylvania Rail Road Retirees Group, and enjoyed jig-saw puzzles. Her husband, Forrest Feiber, son, George Bryan, and daughter-in-law, Kathleen Bryan precede her in death. She is survived by her grandchildren, Sandra, Linda, Karen, and Wayne (Stacey) Bryan; great-grandchildren, Kenneth, Jessica, and Amanda Bryan; step-children, step-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and other relatives. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, October 22, 2003 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road, where a funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, October 23, 2003 followed by interment at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

Fish, Gladys M. Fish, nee Roberts

Source: The Moundsville [West Virginia] Daily Echo; 4 Aug 2003

Gladys Fish Died Saturday

Gladys M. Roberts Fish, 87, of Second Street, Moundsville, died Saturday, August 2, 2003 in Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Glen Dale.

Gladys was born December 1, 1915, in Pleasant Valley, WV, a daughter of the late Thomas and Jessie DeNoon Roberts.

She was a homemaker, a member of the Moundsville Baptist Church, V.F.W. Post #437 Ladies Auxiliary, American Legion Post #3 Auxiliary, Moose Heart and the Women of the Moose.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Sarah Bumgardner; two half-brothers, Carl and Paul Nelson; and a half-sister, Iris Otte.

Surviving are her loving husband of 66 years, Carl E. Fish; three half-brothers, Wilford Nelson Jr., Robert E. Nelson and Wylie E. Nelson; two half-sisters, Hilda Kittle and Ruth Hooker; and several nieces and nephews.

Friends will be received from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Tuesday at Altmeyer Funeral Home, Lutes & Kirby-Vance Chapel, where funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 6, with the Rev. Thomas Steele officiating. Interment in Halcyon Memorial Park, Sherrard.

The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Moundsville Baptist Church, 1911 4th Street, Moundsville.

Fleener, Lester L. Fleener

Source: The Greensburg [Indiana] Daily News; 20 Jan 2003

Lester L. Fleener, 52

Lester L. Fleener, 52, St. Paul, died at 1:10 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2003, at St. Francis Hospital in Beech Grove.

Born July 6, 1950, he was the son of Donald D. and Evelyn (Hudson) Fleener.

He married Judy Lynn Keihn May 16, 1969, and she survives.

A service manager at Hall's Trucking of Greensburg for 23 years, he also had worked at Klosterman's of Morristown.

He was a town marshal for 13 years and a deputy for two years, a member of the St. Paul Fire Department for 18 years and EMT for 18 years.

He was a member of Cornerstone Christian Fellowship, the Fraternal Order of Police of Greensburg and the Indiana Volunteer Firemen's Association.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Besides his wife and mother, he is survived by two sons, Bob Fleener of Shelbyville and Joe Fleener of St. Paul; four daughters, Sherry Sly of Waldron, Vicki Grider of Clayton, Susie Mays of Martinsville and Jenny Taylor of Bradenton, Fla.; three brothers, Donald Fleener Jr. and Robert Fleener, both of St. Paul, and Frank Lestonberger [sic--Listenberger] of Boggstown; and 20 grandchildren.

Funeral service is at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Glenn E. George Funeral Home, St. Paul with the Rev. George Mitchell officiating, assisted by the Indiana Volunteer Firemen's Association chaplain.

Burial will be in Paul Hill Cemetery, St. Paul. Visitation is from 4-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to the St. Paul Volunteer Fire Department.

Flynn, Bryan L. Flynn

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Thursday, April 24, 2003
     Bryan L. Flynn, 30, of Old National Road, Barnesville, Ohio, died Tuesday evening. He was born June 9, 1972, in Cambridge, Ohio. Bryan was a 1990 graduate of Shenandoah High School and employed at Monogram Metals in Byesville.
     He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bay and Eva Goodhart. Surviving are his wife, Cindy Davis Flynn; parents, William and Kay Flynn of Calais, Ohio; a son, Cody Flynn of the home; two stepsons, Michael Doudna of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Todd Doudna of the home; one stepdaughter, Alyssa Doudna of the home; grandparents, Frank and Josephine Christman of Woodsfield, Ohio; a brother, Billy Flynn of Calais, Ohio and several nieces and nephews.
     Friends will be received Friday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 N. Chestnut St., Barnesville, Ohio, where services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday with Evan. M. Gale Yoho officiating. Burial follows in Crestview Cemetery.

Foehrenbach, Vernon Lee Foehrenbach

Source: The Marietta Times, dated, Friday, August 1, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Vernon Lee Foehrenbach, 53, of Woodland Court died Wednesday (July 30, 2003) at his home. He was born April 5, 1950, in Marietta to Vernon G. and Geraldine Miller Foehrenbach. He was a truck driver for Rothenbuhler Trucking.

He is survived by one son, Brandon Lee Foehrenbach of Maryland; his mother of Woodsfield; and one brother, Alan W. Foehrenbach and his wife, June, of Woodsfield.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Services are at 1 p.m. Sunday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Keith Jones officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

Friday, Pearl Heldreth Friday, nee Call

Source: The Exponent Telegram [Clarksburg, West Virginia]; 21 or 22 Feb 2003

CLARKSBURG -- Pearl Heldreth Friday, age 87, of Bridgeport Manor, Bridgeport, died at 1:13 p.m. Thursday, February 20, 2003, in the Meadowview Manor following an extended illness.

She was born in Good Hope, WV on April 24, 1915, a daughter of the late William H. and Bertha P. Call.

Twice married and preceded in death by Gail Heldreth in 1966 and E.W. Friday in 1988.

Surviving are one son and one daughter-in-law, William L. and Jean Heldreth, Orlando, Fla.; seven grandchildren, William B. Heldreth, Rodney B. Heldreth, Fred H. Heldreth, Joseph G. Heldreth, Robert E. Heldreth, Tisha Heldreth and Neal Heldreth; three nephews, Jim Heldreth, Scott Heldreth and Okey Heldreth; and two nieces, Nancy Petitto and Sally Norby.

She was preceded in death by one son, Fred Heldreth in 1997, two brothers and one sister.

Mrs. Friday was a seamstress for 30 years, working from her home. She also was active in the school system as a teacher's aide in Harrison County Schools.

Friends will be received at the Davis-Weaver Funeral Home, 329 East Main Street, Clarksburg, from 2-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Monday., where a funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday February 25, 2003, with the Reverend Robert Anderson presiding. Interment will be in the Wyatt I.O.O.F.

Froehlich, Patsy Froehlich nee Carpenter
Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Tuesday, March 18, 2003
     Patsy F. Froehlich, 63, Barnesville, Ohio, died Saturday at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehab Center, Woodsfield, Ohio. She was born July 18, 1939 in Tacoma, Ohio. She was a member of Assumption Catholic Church and retired from Barnesville Health Care Center.
     She was preceded in death by her father Irvin A. Carpenter, and her father and mother-in-law Charles H. and Minnie Froehlich.
     Surviving are her husband Thomas E. Froehlich; mother Florence Alice Clift Carpenter of Barnesville; three sons Paul Froehlich and Darell of Columbus, Ohio, Scott Froehlich and wife Dora of Cleveland, Ohio, Michael Froehlich of Barnesville, Ohio; three daughters Catherine Burkhart and husband Max, Donna Straquadine and Jane Froehlich all of Barnesville; brother Irvin R. Carpenter of Barnesville; sister, Betty Van Fossen of Norton; and four grandchildren Lacy Burkhart, Sapphire Straquadine, Alora Moore and Jonathan Burkhart.

Frost, Dorothy Grace Frost, nee Kallenbach

Source: Brown Co. Illinois newspaper; Nov 2003

Dorothy Grace Frost, 81, a resident of Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Mt. Sterling, formerly of Versailles, died at 4:55 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2003 at the nursing home.

Born Nov. 8, 1922, in Brown County, she was a daughter of John and Flora Greiwe Kallenbach. She married Herschel W. Frost on March 24, 1942 in Palmyra, MO. He preceded her in death on June 17, 1992.

She attended Washington School in Elkhorn township and was a lifelong resident of Brown County. She worked with her husband on their farm in rural Versailles until they retired and moved to Versailles. She also worked at the __rry Wagon Wheel and at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Mt. Sterling as a cook. She was known all of her life for her cooking abilities.

She was a member of the First Christian Church in Mt. Sterling and loved the church and was devoted to it and her family. She loved spending time with them, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Survivors include two children, Doris Lehne and her husband Donald of Mt. Sterling and John G. Frost and his wife Donna of Fishers, IN; six grandchildren, H. Wayne Phillips of Omaha, NE, Edward S. Phillips of Mt. Sterling, Cynthia __* Frost of Chicago, Christopher J. Frost and Corey E. Frost, both of Indianapolis, IN; and Janelle M. Bowen and her husband Gary of Hersman; seven great grandchildren, Jennifer and Jessica Phillips of Mt. Sterling, Cory, Nathan and Nicole Bowen of Hersman and Jessica and Amanda Bowen of Mt. Sterling; and two brothers, Virgil Kallenbach of Mt. Sterling and Don Kallenbach of Versailles.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Wilbur Kallenbach.

Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, 2003 at the Hendricker Funeral Home in Mt. Sterling with the Rev. Dr. E. Ambrose Stump officiating. Don Carlos Seck__an* offered a prayer and read selections from books by Helen Steiner Rice. Organist was Jim Patton who accompanied vocalist Llewellyn who sang "Because He Lives" and "In the Garden."

Pallbearers were H. Wayne Phillips, Edward Phillips, Christopher Frost, Corey Frost, Wayne Bridgewater and Don Perry. Burial was in the Versailles West Side Cemetery.

Memorials were to the First Christian Church of Mt. Sterling or the Brown County Cancer Society. The Hendricker Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.

*Submitter's Note: On my copy of the obituary along the left margin, the first one or two letters of each line was cut off. Although most words could be figured out, I could not be sure of the names indicated above.

Frye, Trixie "Chick" Frye nee Burkey
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Frye, Trixie Faye "Chick", 62 of Key Ridge, Bellaire died Sunday, February 23, 2003 at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling. She was born September 23, 1940 in Limestone, WV., a daughter of the late Don F. Burkey and Rosa Hill Burkey. She was a member of Church Alive at Key Ridge.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two sisters, Myrtle Burkey Andrews and Joann Burkey Eyler; three brothers, Paul David Burkey, Donald Burkey and Arch Burkey.

Surviving are a son, Bobby Frye, Jr. of Key Ridge; a daughter, Deborah Frye Johnson of Bellaire; a brother, Robert L. Burkey of Cameron; five sisters, Mary Burkey Cunningham of Moundsville, Beatrice Burkey Coffield of Mt. Olivet, Rosalie Burkey Clark of Cameron, Clara Burkey Fonner of Triadelphia, and Evelyn Burkey Williams of Glen Easton; two grandsons, Anthony Warner and Jesse Johnson; several nieces and nephews. Friends will be received on Tuesday from 1 to 3 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg where services will be held at 12:00 noon on Wednesday with Pastor Jeff Lewis officiating.

Garrett, John Wesley Garrett

Source: The [Jacksonville] Florida Times-Union - Sunday, November 30, 2003

GARRETT

John Wesley Garrett, 79, son of Herbert W. Garrett and Esther Wagner, passed away November 28, 2003 at St. Lukeâs Hospital following an extended illness. He was born April 27, 1924 in Monroe County, OH then moved to Belmont County, OH and graduated from Barnesville High School in 1942. He enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard in December 1942, serving our country during World War II. Following the war, he attended Ohio State University and graduated in 1950. Upon graduation, he served in the U.S. Navy on an aircraft carrier during the Korean Conflict. He was a Policy Analyst with the U.S. Department of Agriculture retiring after 32 years of service. He was a member of the Soil Conservation Society of America, the Ohio State University Alumni Association, the American Legion and the Rollaway Square Dance Club.

Family members include his wife of 53 years, Coralee Garrett; daughters, Karen Garrett of Atlantic Beach and Cheryl Callen of Short Hills, N.J.; son-in-law, George Callen of Short Hills, N.J.; grandson, Garrett William Callen; brothers, Thomas Garrett of Galion, OH and Homer (Ruth Ann) Garrett of Millersburg, OH; sisters, Dorothy Johnson of Cambridge, OH, Martha McConnell of Barnesville, OH, Margaret Louthen of Reynoldsburg, OH. Brothers, Clarence and James Garrett and sister, Mildred Winland, predeceased him.

Memorial services will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, December 3rd in the Quinn-Shalz Chapel. Services will also be conducted in Ohio at the families convenience. Services under the direction and care of 3rd St. at Ponte Vedra Blvd., 249-1100.

Gearin, Eugene Ham Gearin

Source: The Review, Alliance, Ohio - Sunday, May 4, 2003

Eugene Ham Gearin, age 76, of Minerva died Friday, May 2, 2003, in Mercy Medical Center following a short illness.

He was born April 28, 1927, in Salineville to Lloyd and Louise (Thomas) Gearin.

He retired after 45 years of service from Conrail and Penn Central Railroads, where he worked on maintenance and was a signal inspector. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the Minerva United Methodist Church.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Nola J. Gearin, who died April 18, 1998; a sister, Ruth Sevek; and six brothers, Fred, Francis, Donald, Kenneth, Ronald and David Gearin.

He is survived by a stepdaughter, Mrs. Thomas (Bonnie) Campbell of Minerva; two sisters, Mrs. Jerry (Janet) Eish of Rockville, S.C., and Betty Dean of Salineville; a brother, Wayne Gearin of Newton Falls; a stepgrandson, Thomas Campbell; two nieces, Kitty Jenkins of Canton and Lorraine Gearin of Carrollton; and several other nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be Wednesday at 11 a.m. in the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva with the Rev. Shirley Lewis officiating. Burial will be in Bethlehem Cemetery.

Calling hours will be Tuesday evening 7-9 p.m. at the funeral home and one hour prior to services at the funeral home. (Gotschall-Hutchison, 330-868-4900)

Geer, Clyde Allison Geer

Source: The Evening Review [East Liverpool, Ohio]; Thursday, 21 Aug 2003

Clyde Allison Geer, 77

NEW CUMBERLAND -- Clyde Allison Geer, 77, died Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2003.

He was born June 8, 1926, in New Cumberland, a son of the late Paul O. and Cecil Keeper Geer.

He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. He retired as an auto body teacher for both the Oak Glen High School and the Vo-Tech Center for Hancock County Schools. He was owner of Geer's Autobody and a member of the Chester V.F.W. and the American Legion of Chester. He was a Protestant by faith.

Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Mehaffey Geer.

He is survived by his three sons, Roscoe "Butch" Geer and his wife, Thelma of New Cumberland; Kenneth Geer and his wife, Marsha of Austintown, and Clyde "Sonny" Geer of East Liverpool; two daughters, Connie Clark and her husband, Richard of New Cumberland, Peggy Patterson and her husband, Richard of Chester; eight grandchildren, Russell Geer, Susan Geer Kindler, Megan Wycoff, Adam Geer, Ashley Geer, Ashley Clark, Amanda Clark, and Steven Mehaffey; seven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Ruby Talbot of Murrysville, Ohio, Martha Streets and Mabel Mink of Chester.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. at the Newell Chapel of the Nixon Funeral Home with Pastor John Mehaffey officiating. Interment will follow at Locust Hill Cemetery where the Tri-State Veterans Burial Group will accord military services.

Calling hours will be held Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m.

Goddard, Michael Allan Goddard

Source: Wheeling Intelligencer, July 12, 2003

Goddard, Michael Allan 50, of Armstrong Mills, Ohio died Thursday, July 10, 2003 in UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA. He was born October 7, 1952 in Bellaire, Ohio the son of Glenn "Jim" Goddard and Dorothy Boston Goddard. He was an employee of the Ohio Valley Coal Co., at Alledonia and a member of the Sons of the American Legion Squad No. 0768 in Beallsville and UMWA Local 1810.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Russell & Eula Goddard; and maternal grandfather, Paul Boston.

Surviving in addition to his parents of Armstrong Mills are two daughters, Becky Rogalski and her husband Michael, of Springboro, Ohio and Kimberly Goddard of Beallsville; two sons, Michael "Pete" Goddard of Alledonia and Justin Goddard at home; maternal grandmother Lela Boston of Armstrong Mills; two brothers Glenn Goddard of Beallsville and Dennis Goddard of Armstrong Mills; and three granddaughters, Lauren, Rachel and Julia Rogalski.

Goodhart, Mary Ann Goodhart nee McCort

Source: Newsclipping; April 2003

Mary Ann Goodhart, 56, of Barnesville, died Monday April 14, 2003 at Barnesville Hospital. She was born March 12, 1947 near Temperanceville, Ohio, daughter of Margaret Elizabeth (Warfield) McCort of Barnesville and the late Albert A. McCort.

She was a member of the Somerton United Methodist Church.

She is survived by her companion of many years, Donnie Carpenter; her mother-Margaret E. McCort of Barnesville; two sons, Michael Goodhart of Somerton and Brian Goodhart and wife Christy of Somerton; daughter Angie Burkhart and her husband Mark of Somerton; step-daughter, Darlene Johnson of Quaker City; three sisters, Regina Burtnett and her husband George of Chandlersville, Ohio, Becky Steele and husband Roy of Barnesville and Sandy Conway and Joe Stiger of Barnesville; 11 grandchildren, Tyler, Tarrah and Tannor Burkhart, Aaron, Brianna and Belle Goodhart, Andrew and Bradley Hayes and Casey, Rick and Chance Johnson and several nieces and nephews.

Private viewing and funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 North Chestnut St., Barnesville, Ohio 43713.

Memorial contributions may be made to the 3C’s Cancer Support Group, c/o Jo Mott 165 East Main St. Barnesville, Ohio 43713.

Graham, Stella Marie Graham nee Kanzigg
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Graham, Stella Marie Kanzigg, age 100, of Little Captina Road, Powhatan Point, died Thursday, April 10, 2003 at Forest Hill Nursing Home, St. Clairsville. She was born April 4, 1903 near Powhatan Point, daughter of the late William and Catherine Armann Kanzigg. She was a Methodist by faith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Daniel B. Graham; two sons, Kenneth and Wilbur Graham; four brothers, Wilbert, Edward, Leslie and Wilson "Doc" Kanzigg; and three sisters, Gertrude Ramsay, Lida Dunfee and Eva Kanzigg.

Surviving are her daughter-in-law, Dorothy Carpenter Graham of Powhatan Point; five grandchildren, Bob Graham, Ron Graham Deana Graham and Jean Graham all of Powhatan Point and Cathy Russell of Columbus, Ohio; and five great grandchildren, Kari, Kali, Gavan and Morgan Rae Graham and Zachary Russell.Family and friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m., where services will be held Monday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Theresa Bobot officiating. Burial will follow in Powhatan Cemetery, Powhatan Point, Ohio.

Graham. Kenneth R. Graham
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Graham, Kenneth R., age 76, of Little Captina Road, Powhatan Point, Ohio, died Saturday, April 5, 2003 at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus, OH after a lengthy illness. He was born December 28, 1926 at Powhatan Point, Ohio, son of Stella Kanzigg Graham and the late Daniel B. Graham.Kenneth was a retired employee from North American Coal Company # 3 mine and a dairy farmer. He was a Christian by faith and a member of Christ's Church in heaven and attended the Grandview Christian Church for many years. He was a U. S. Army veteran of World War II where he served in the Pacific Theater. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his brother, Wilbur Graham.

Surviving in addition to his mother, Stella, of Powhatan Point, are his loving wife of fifty years, Dorothy Carpenter Graham; two sons, Bob Graham and his wife Kathy and Ron Graham and his wife Kelley all of Powhatan Point; a daughter, Cathy Russell and her husband Scott of Columbus, OH; five grandchildren, Kari, Kali and Gavan Graham, Morgan Rae Graham and Zachary Aaron Russell; sister-in-law, Opal Jenewein; brothers-in-law, Mel Jenewein, Wayne Carpenter and Floyd Carpenter; many nieces, nephews and cousins.Friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg, Ohio on Tuesday from 6 to 9 p.m. There will also be visitation at Grandview Christian Church on Wednesday from 12 noon until time of services at 1 p.m. with ministers, Richard Baumberger and Wayne Clark officiating. Burial will follow in Grandview Cemetery. There will be Full Military Graveside Services conducted by the Belmont County Council of American Legions.Memorial contributions may be made to the Grandview Christian

Grandi, August L. 'Gus' Grandi

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, Thursday, February 29, 2003
BARNESVILLE — August L. “Gus” Grandi, 91, of Betts Road, Jerusalem, died Wednesday (Feb. 26, 2003) at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, Barnesville, where services will be 1 p.m. Saturday with Pastor
Rusty Atkinson officiating. Burial will be in Boston Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Somerset Township Community Park, c/o Diane Blattler, 56783 Somerton Highway, Barnesville, OH 43713, or the Somerton Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Steve Wharton, Somerton Route, Barnesville, OH 43713.

Grandi, Mildred Grandi, nee Keiser

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Tuesday, April 15, 2003
     Mildred Alice Grandi, 84, of Jerusalem, Ohio, died Sunday, April 13, 2003, at Barnesville Hospital. She was born April 20, 1918, in Bolivar, Ohio, a daughter of the late Walter Scott Keiser and Myrtle Iona Stephan Keiser. Mildred worked many years with her husband, Gus, in the family business, Grandi Trucking, she loved baking, quilting and embroidery, and was a Methodist by faith.
     In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, August (Gus) Grandi, three infant children, Joan, Melva Louise and Melvin Louis Grandi; five sisters, Florence McFeeders, Melva Conklin, Ethel Lorenz, Dorothy McConaughy and Glenda Inherst; brothers, Kenneth Keiser, Virgil Keiser, and Mildred Keiser.
     Surviving are four daughters, Mrs. Karl (Linda) Reischman, of Quaker City, Mrs. Rodney (Betty) Kahrig of Woodsfield, Mrs. Ray (Mary) Carpenter of Batesville, and Mrs. Paul (Esther) Riley of Senecaville; four grandchildren, Petty Officer, Charles (Chip) Jones II of Hawaii, Kevin Louis Jones of Cambridge, Kristal Kahrig of Woodsfield, and Jamie Alice Riley of Senecaville; one sister, Geraldine Miller of Barnesville, several nieces and nephews.
     Friends will be received Wednesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, where services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m., with Pastor Rusty Atkinson officiating. Burial follow in Boston Cemetery.
     Memorial contributions to the Somerset Twp. Community Park, c/o Diane Blattler, 56783 Somerton Highway, Barnesville, Ohio 43713, or the Somerton VFD, c/o Steve Wharton Somerton Rt., Barnesville, Ohio 43713.

Gray, Carol J. Gray nee Campbell

Source: The Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, dated Monday, March, 17, 2003

     SUMMERFIELD - Carol J. Gray, 63, of 28030 Township 198, Summerfield, died at 6:40 a.m. Saturday (March 15, 2003) at Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell. She was born Oct. 8, 1939, in Dorothy, W.Va., to Eugene L. and Adelaide V. Angus Campbell. She was a homemaker and a Baptist by faith.
     She is survived by one son, John Gray and his wife, Kimberly, of Summerfield; one brother, Charles Campbell of Maryland; and two grandchildren, Jesse and Justin Gray, both of Summerfield.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Otis P. Gray, on April 4, 2002; and her parents.
     Services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Brubach-Watters Funeral Home in Summerfield is in charge of arrangements.

Gray, Frances A. Steed Gray
Source: The Marietta Times, Wednesday, Sept, 24, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Frances A. Steed Gray, 96, of the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Woodsfield died Monday (Sept. 22, 2003) at the care center. She was born Nov. 16, 1907, in Monroe County to Sanford and Clara Kysor Steed.

She is survived by one daughter, Virginia Sheba of Powhatan Point; two sisters, Lorraine Steed of Woodsfield and Elizabeth McCollum of Canton; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Dorsey Gray; two daughters, Mary C. Hill and Edna M. Gray; her parents; one brother; and three sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Jeremy Joy officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Gray, Helen Irene Gray, nee Scott

Source: The Parkersburg [West Virginia] News; 2 May 2003

PARKERSBURG -- Helen Irene Scott Gray, 82, of Parkersburg died May 2, 2003, at her residence.

She was born in Monroe County, Ohio, a daughter of the late Harry and Ida Mobberly Scott. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ.

She is survived by one son, Carl and his wife, Lois Gray, of Parkersburg; four grandchildren, Kim Nabors of Washington, W. Va., Rodney and Rocky Gray of Parkersburg and Ryan Gray of Vienna; and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband: Leland O. "Buss" Gray in 2002 and a brother.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, Parkersburg. Burial will be in the Pleasant Ridge Cemetery, Monroe County, Ohio. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Griffin, William C. "Carl" Griffin

Source: The Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal - Thursday, July 31, 2003

William C. "Carl" Griffin, 73, a husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed Thursday, July 24, 2003, at a local hospital.

William C. "Carl" Griffin was born Oct. 3, 1929, in Clouds Cove, Ala., to Clyde and Agnes Griffin. He served in the U.S. Navy on U.S.S. Zellars prior to the end of World War II. After military service, Carl worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. in Akron, Ohio, retiring in 1988 after 38 years of service. In Akron, Ohio, Carl was a charter member of Amos H. Englebeck Lodge 751, and Tadmor Shrine Temple. He was a founding member of Sunnyhills Golf Course in Kent and served on the board of directors for 15 years. Carl was a member of the Lakemore United Methodist Church. During retirement in Naples, Fla., he was a member of the Araba Temple, Golden Gate Golf & Country Club, and the Golden Gate United Methodist Church. He enjoyed all sports, especially golf and baseball.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Martha "Carolyn" Griffin of North Richland Hills; sons, Bill (Jill) of Little Elm, Texas, Richard (Debbie) of Randolph, Ohio, Robert (Ann) of Elizabethtown, Ky., David (Miyuki) of Fort Worth; daughter, Cathy Blakely of Akron, Ohio; 16 grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; sisters, Betty (Joe III) Criss of Naples, Fla., Mary (Bill) Winkelman of Griffin, Ga.; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and sister, Laura Caldwell.

Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, 2003, at Hillside Memorial Park in Akron, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to the American Heart Association, 2401 Scott Ave., Fort Worth, Texas 76103 (817-315-5000), or Parkinson's Foundation, c/o Emory Clinic, Inc., 1365 Clifton Rd., Atlanta, Ga. 30322, attention: Dr. Mahlon DeaLong. (Shannon Rufe Snow Funeral Chapel, 6001 Rufe Snow Dr., 817-514-9100.)

Please sign the guestbook at www.ohio.com/obituaries.

Grooms, Robert L. Grooms

Source: The Herald Star [Steubenville, Ohio]; December, 2003

WELLSBURG - Robert L. Grooms Sr., 78, of Marianna Street in Wellsburg passed away Dec. 9, 2003, at his home. Visitation will be today, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m., at Reasner Funeral Home, 1515 Charles St., Wellsburg, where funeral services will be held Friday, Dec. 12, at 11 a.m.

Guinn, Roberta Maxine Guinn, nee Montgomery

Source: The Marshfield [Missouri] Mail; 15 Jan 2003

Roberta Maxine Guinn, 80, of Humansville, and formerly of Conway, passed away at 10:27 a.m. Friday, Jan. 10, 2003, in Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Thomas Montgomery and Clara (Price) Montgomery; her husband, Freeman Guinn; three brothers, Russell Montgomery, Ralph Montgomery, and Rayford Montgomery; and a sister, Ruth Dennis.

Survivors include two daughters, Patricia Jo and Betty Jean, both from the state of California; and several nieces and nephews.

The body was cremated and burial will be at a later date in the Roper Cemetery in Morgan, under the direction of Fraker Funeral Home in Marshfield.

Guinn, Ruby Guinn, nee Bledsoe

Source: obituary found on the findagrave web site; April, 2003

Ruby Guinn, 97, of Lebanon, formerly of Grovespring, died Saturday, April 5, 2003, at Christian Health Care South.

She was born May 29, 1905, in Laclede County, to D. W. Bledsoe and Ida Doty Bledsoe.

On Aug. 11, 1923, she married Frank Guinn, who preceded her in death. She also was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Joseph Bobby Guinn; a sister, Essie Johnston; seven brothers, Oren, Clyde, Russell, Junior, and Jack Bledsoe and two in infancy.

She was a homemaker and a member of Happy Home Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Survivors include a son, Don Guinn and his wife, Letta of Lebanon; a daughter, Carol Robertson and her husband, Dale, of Everton; 5 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.

Services for Ruby Guinn were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, April 8, 2003, at Colonial Chapel with the Revs. Bill Jones and Gary Sheets officiating. Burial was in Mount Rose Memorial Park, under the direction of Thieme-Shadel-Hicks Funeral Service at Colonial Chapel.

Visitation was from 6 to 7 p.m. Monday in the chapel.

A memorial was established to Happy Home Cumberland Presbyterian Church.

Hall, Claire V. Hall

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, March 3, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Claire V. Hall, 73, of Six Points Road died Saturday (March 1, 2003) at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, W.Va. He was born Aug. 9, 1929, in Monroe County to Herbert E. and Pearl Baker Hall.
     He is survived by one brother, Vern Hall of Canton; one sister, Shirley Prickett of Woodsfield; two nephews, David Prickett and Kevin Hall; three nieces, Diane Cline, Denise Potts and Karen Maierhofer; 11 great-nieces and great-nephews; and four great-great-nieces.
     He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Ronaldgene Hall; and one sister, Marjorie Law.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Donald Thompson officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Hansen, Lucille Hansen nee Mathson

The Santa Rosa [California] Press Democrat; 9 Oct 2003, p B2

Lucille Hansen, 93, of Santa Rosa, passed on, Wednesday, October 08, 2003, at Sotoyome Campus in Santa Rosa.

Lucille was born July 2, 1910 in Winnfield, Louisiana, the fifth of eight children of Ole and Annie Eulalia Wyatt Mathson. Her early years were spent on a farm outside of Hilmar in San Joaquin County where she graduated from Hilmar High in 1929. She later moved with her parents to San Jose, where she graduated from San Jose State with a BA in 1934.

She married Leslie Hansen on Sept. 1, 1934 in Reno and they moved to Santa Rosa. Later they lived in the Sebastopol area for a time before moving back to Santa Rosa. They had 2 children, Don (Carol) Hansen of Napa, and Sherry (John) Adams of Duncans Mills. They have 5 grandchildren; Kelly Downs, Kathy (Bob) Burtwell, Tracy Freitas, Connie (Steve) Muth and Wendy (Mike) Scott. Also surviving are 10 great grandchildren; Nikki & Megan Freitas, Bobby & Becca Burtwell, Andy, Jeff & Adam Muth, Gabriel & Larissa Pallan and Jakob Scott.

She belonged to The Eastern Star and the Methodist Church.

She enjoyed gardening, walking, sewing and reading.

She was preceded in death by her parents, 7 siblings, husband and 1 grandson, Scott Hansen.

Arrangements are being made through the Santa Rosa Neptune Society and there will be a private gathering of just the family.

Contributions may be made to the Shriner’s Hospital, or the organization of the donor’s choice.

Harding, Lelia Leone Garrett Harding, nee Ray

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times; 17 June 2003

CALDWELL - Lelia Leone Garrett Harding, 92, formerly of Summerfield, died Monday morning (June 16, 2003) at Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell.

She was born July 9, 1910, in Olive Green, Ohio, to Carl and Woodie Bozman Ray. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Christ and the Summerfield Homemakers Club.

She is survived by two daughters, Treva Tilton of Caldwell and Lylan (Dale) Starr of Lancaster; one son, Larry Herzle Garrett of Delaware, Ohio; one sister, Helen Truax of Michigan; nine grandchildren; Diane Dudley, Trena Stritz, Kevin Starr, Karen Ward, Karla Young, Joseph Herzle, Krystal McIntyre, Candance Garrett and Michael Garrett; and 13 great-grandchildren, Joe Dudley, Meagan Chandler, Shawn Stritz, Scott Stritz, Kayla and Kameron Starr, Sydney and Carson Ward, Bryce Young, Brooke, Heath and Paige Garrett, and Eric McIntyre.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, Herzle A. Garrett, on Oct. 17, 1955; her second husband, Leon Harding, on May 15, 1980; her parents; one brother, Donald Lee Rutherford; and one sister, Ella Lee Lutz.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home in Caldwell with Dale Starr officiating. Burial is in Eastern Cemetery in Summerfield. Friends may call from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Harman, Janice Lee Harman nee Kahrig

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, December 27, 2003

COLUMBUS - Janice Lee Kahrig Harman, 69, of Columbus died Wednesday (Dec. 24, 2003). She was born Sept. 6, 1934, in Lewisville to Edwin C. and Mary M. Truax Kahrig. Her family moved to Marietta while she was a little girl. She graduated from Marietta High School in 1952 and later graduated from Mountain State College in West Virginia.

She married Richard E. Harman of Graysville and the couple moved to Columbus, where they raised their three daughters. She was active with the Girl Scouts of America as a leader and was a member of Shady Lane Presbyterian Church, where she served as a lay leader and elder and with the Women's Association.

She was employed by the Franklin County MRDD program and retired from there with many years of love and service to the children who attended the school and their parents.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Harman, who died in 2001; and her parents.

She is survived by three daughters, Cynthia Dawn "Cindy" Harman, Jolanda Lynne "Jody" Morgan, and Elizabeth Lee "Beth" Lucas; seven grandchildren, Erynne, Benjamin, Emilee, Joshua, Jarod, Eli and Andrew; one sister, Sandra Sue Kahrig Winans; a dear friend, Barbara Applegarth; and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Shady Lane Presbyterian Church at 4117 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, with Irvin Moxley officiating. Burial is in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Columbus. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Evans Funeral Home at 4171 E. Livingston Ave., Columbus, and from 1 to 2 p.m. Tuesday at the church.

Harper, Terry Dean "Scooter" Harper

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch - Monday, November 24, 2003

HARPER

Terry "Scooter" Dean Harper, age 43, of Groveport, died November 22, 2003, at his residence. Terry had worked as a lineman with the City of Columbus for most of his career. Terry had recently accepted Christ and attended Heritage Baptist Church. Terry was a member of South Gate-Potter Lodge 782 F.&A.M. He was preceded in death by his mother Reva Lee Harper. Survived by son, Brian; and his mother, Judy Harper; father, Jack Harper; brother, James "Rick" Harper; sister, Tina Kraus; grandmother, Violet Harper; grandfather, Raymond Moffatt; four nieces and nephews and numerous aunts and uncles; special friend Suzanne Johnson.

Friends may visit 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, November 25, 2003, at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 650 West Waterloo Street, Canal Winchester, where the funeral service will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, with Pastor Dennis Wolfe officiating. Interment Franklin Hills Memory Gardens.

Harris, John B. 'Jay' Harris

Source: Marietta Times, Monday, February 10, 2003
    WOODSFIELD - John B. "Jay" Harris, 78, of Woodsfield died Saturday (Feb. 8, 2003) at Wheeling Hospital in Wheeling, W.Va. He was born July 20, 1924, in Grosse Pointe, Mich., to Russell and Matilda Hessenaur Harris. He was a retired engineer for the Ford Motor Co. in Saline, Mich., and was a former director of the Monroe County J.T.P.A. He served as a flight engineer in the U.S. Army Air Corps. during World War II.
     He was a member of Woodsfield United Methodist Church at Woodsfield; Monroe Lodge 189, Free and Accepted Masons, at Woodsfield; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Cambridge; Osiris Shrine Temple at Wheeling; and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5303 at Woodsfield.
     He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth "Liz" Maley Harris, whom he married on Dec. 11, 1959; two sons, Clay Harris of Beallsville and Charles Harris of Kansas City, Mo.; one sister, Frances Killean of Ann Arbor, Mich.; several grandchildren; one nephew, Thomas Ward of Ann Arbor; and one niece, Kimberley
Walker of Brighton, Mich.
     He was preceded in death by his parents.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Dwaine Denis officiating. Burial is in Powhatan Cemetery at Powhatan. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Masonic services are at 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home by Monroe Lodge 189, F.&A.M.

Hash, Agnes "Aggie" Hash, nee Cox

Agnes or Aggie Hash, 85

of Bloomfield

Source: The Herald-Times, Bloomington, Indiana — Sunday, August 10, 2003

FEB. 17, 1918 - AUG. 8, 2003

BLOOMFIELD --

Agnes "Aggie" Hash, 85, of Bloomfield, died Friday at her residence.

Born Feb. 17, 1918, in Marco, she was the daughter of John and Lillie (Lucas) Cox.

She retired as owner and operator of Aggie's Fun House Tavern in Bloomfield. She was a member of Bloomfield First Christian Church.

Survivors include one son, David Russell Hash of Bloomfield; one daughter, Dianne Neidigh of Bloomfield; one sister, Irene Hensley of Brownsburg; two grandsons, Russ Hash of Bloomfield and Dustin Hash of Kennewick, Wash.; one granddaughter, Angela Hunter of Bloomfield; and one great-grandson, Chance Hunter of Bloomfield.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Russell Hash, on Aug. 12, 1964; one sister, Eliza Stanton; and nine brothers, Floyd Cox, Walter Cox, Jack Cox, Alfred Cox, Tom Cox, Frank Cox, Malcolm Cox, Joe Cox and Orvel Cox.

Services will be 11 a.m. Tuesday at Bloomfield First Christian Church, with the Rev. Danny Caulkins officiating. Burial will be at Grandview Cemetery.

Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Monday at Jenkins & Sons Funeral Home, and from 10 a.m. until the hour of services Tuesday at the church.

Haws, Norma J.(Stegner) Haws
SOURCE: Canton Repository Canton, OH 11 Apr 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
Norma J. Haws, age 74, of Canton, died Thursday morning (10 Apr 2003) in her home following a brief illness. Born in Woodsfield, OH, to the late George and Garnet (Ewing) Stegner. She was a Canton area resident for the past 30 years. Member of the North Industry United Methodist Church, Order of Eastern Star, Ellsworth Chapter #247 and the Canton South Womens Club. Norma served as an active volunteer with the Childrens Hospital Medical Center at Akron where she made over 20,000 Pinky Puppets. She is also preceded in death by her husband, Harry Bob Haws in 1995. Survived by two daughters, Diana Haws of Canton, Faye Haws of Cuyahoga Falls; one son and daughter-in-law, Michael and
Barbara Haws of Canton; three grandchildren, Scott Haws, Laila Haws, Jason Haws and his fiance, Erin; one great-grandchild, Adrian Haws; one sister, Ruth Baker of Columbus, OH; sister-in-law and her husband, Marg and John Grabau of Minnesota; brother-in-law and his wife, Don and Del Haws of Georgia. Services will be Monday at 10 a.m. in the Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Ave. with Rev. David Ross officiating. Interment in Melscheimer Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 2-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the North Industry United Methodist Church at PO Box 40, Canton, OH 44707.

Haynes, Paul Haynes

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, August 25, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Paul Haynes, 88, of 106 Wood Terrace died at 11:55 p.m. Monday (Aug. 25, 2003) at the Arbors at Marietta. He was born Aug. 5, 1915, in Newport to Perley and Matilda Reynolds Haynes. Haynes was a retired truck driver, school bus driver, farmer and mechanic. He was also a member of Beallsville United Methodist Church at Beallsville, and was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.

He is survived by his wife, Doris A. Gibbons Haynes, whom he married on May 21, 1988.

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Grace Parr Haynes, in 1986; his parents; six brothers; and two sisters.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with the Rev. Richard Wilson officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Hedgepeth, Ann Hedgepeth, nee Siegenthaler

Source: Cleveland [Ohio] Plain Dealer; Dec. 15, 2003

Hedgepeth, Ann Hedgepeth, 84, of Indio, CA.

A memorial service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8, 2003 at Trinity United Church of Christ, 915 N. Main St., Akron. Family will receive friends in the Church parlor SATURDAY AT 1 P.M. Mrs. Hedgepeth died Nov. 1, 2003 at Kindred Hospital in Ontario, CA. She was born Jan. 15, 1919 in Cuyahoga Falls, OH. She was a homemaker and life member of Trinity United Church of Christ. She is survived by her beloved husband of 61 years, Dr. John W. Hedgepeth; loving daughter, Judi (Ron) Messner of Willoughby, OH.; son, Jack Hedgepeth of York, PA.; grandchildren, Jennifer (Joe) Kostrab of St. Louis, MO., Whitney Hedgepeth of York, PA., Jeff Messner of Euclid, OH.; great granddaughter, Rachael Messner of Concord, OH.; brothers, William Siegenthaler of Brimfield and Art Siegenthaler of Cuyahoga Falls. She was preceded in death by parents, Edward and Mabel Siegenthaler; son, James (Paula) Hedgepeth; granddaughter, Emily Hedgepeth. In lieu of flowers, family suggests contributions to Trinity United Church of Christ, 915 N. Main St., Akron, OH. 44310.

(HENNESSY-BAGNOLI, AKRON 330-376-4251). www.cleveland.com/obits http://www.cleveland.com/obits

Hensel, Henry Edgar Hensel

Henry Edgar Hensel, 81, of 34592 State Route 800, New Matomoras, died at 11:19 p.m. Saturday (Nov. 8, 2003) at his home. He was born Jan. 28, 1922, in New Matamoras to George W. and Mary Jane Stacey Hensel. An electrician, he was a member of I.B.E.W. 972, Marietta. He was a member of Washington Hall Christian Union Church and the Jericho Cemetery Association. He was a veteran of World War II and was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6387, New Matamoras.

He is survived by his wife, Judith Ann Cline Hensel, whom he married Jan. 23, 1955, in Greenup, KY.; two daughters, Sherry Lynn Moore and her husband, James, of Little Hocking, and Brenda Lea Bellville and her husband, Jacob VI, of St. Louis,

Mo.; four grandchildren, Carrie Moore of Greenville, S.C., James Eric Moore of Little Hocking, and Amanda and Jacob Bellville VII of St. Louis; and one sister, Bertha Cline of New Matamoras.

He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Ralph, Delbert and Harold Hensel; and one sister, Goldie Graham.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hadley Funeral Home, New Matamoras Chapel, with the Rev. George Hoskins officiating. Burial is in Matamoras Cemetery with graveside military services to be conducted. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Hester, June Hester, nee Mobberly

Source: Marietta Times, Saturday, February 15, 2003
     MEDINA - June Hester, 75, of 323 Springbrook Drive, formerly of Monroe County, died at 12:20 a.m. Friday (Feb. 14, 2003) at Medina General Hospital
in Medina. She was born May 24, 1927, in Graysville to Amos and Ollie Smith Mobberly. She was a homemaker and a member of Medina Church of Christ at Medina.
     She is survived by one sister, Mona Bigley and her husband, Rolland, of Medina; and several nieces and nephews.
     She was preceded in death by her first husband, Clyde Anderson Jr.; her second husband, John Hester; her parents; and one sister, Beryl Morrison.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Watters Funeral Home, 37501 Ohio 78 West, Woodsfield, with Jim Duty officiating. Burial is in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery
near Graysville. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Highman, Gladys Highman, nee Bates

The Marietta Times, Friday, January 17, 2003
KENNESAW, Ga. - Gladys Highman, 91, of Kennesaw, formerly of Woodsfield, died Wednesday (Jan. 15, 2003).
Arrangements are incomplete at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield.

Highman, Gladys N. Highman, nee Bates

The Marietta Times, January 18, 2003 (This is the complete, follow-up obituary.)
    WOODSFIELD - Gladys N. Highman, 91, of Guilford Avenue died Wednesday (Jan. 15, 2003) in Marietta, Ga.*
She was born Aug. 23, 1911, in Monroe County (Wayne Township) to Richard A. and Leona Daugherty Bates. She was a member of Woodsfield Church of Christ. She is survived by two sons, Hubert Highman of Canton and David Highman of Woodsfield; three daughters, Eva Jean Hartshorn of Graysville, Martha Howard of Woodsfield and Barbara Sherry of Marietta; four sisters, Jane Strickling, Eleanor Weber and Edith Brown, all of Woodsfield, and Mary Kelch of Sistersville, W.Va.; 16 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.
    She was preceded in death by her husband, David Highman, in April 1997; two daughters, Phyllis and Lorna Highman; one infant son, Byron Highman; one grandson, John Michael Highman; four sisters, Grace Turner, Freda Bundy, Virginia Knowlton and Emma Nalley; and five brothers, Ernest, Reed, Harry, Guy and Heber Bates.
    Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

*NOTE: The Ohio, Deaths, 1908-1932, 1938-2007 gives that she died in Monroe County, Ohio, not Georgia. The address in the first sentence of this obituary gives her address as Woodsfield, which is in Monroe County, Ohio. Marietta, Washington Co., Ohio could have been the closest hospital.

Hilliard, Jessie A. Hilliard, nee Powless

Source: Byron [Illinois] Tempo; 3 Jul 2003

BYRON -- Jessie A. Hilliard, 85, of Byron died June 11 in Byron.

Mrs. Hilliard was born Jan. 12, 1918 in Cisne, Ill., the daughter of Tilden and Winnie Schell Powless. She moved to Byron in 1962 from Fairfield, Ill., and attended the United Church of Byron and the Baptist Church. She was employed at Quality Metal in Byron and also cooked at several restaurants in Byron, where she was known for her homemade pies.

She is survived by her daughters, Mary Ann (Robert) Arn and Deanne (Richard) Muuhollon,* both of Byron; sons, Harold (Joyce) Hilliard of Byron and Larry (Phyllis) Hilliard of Rockford; 12 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by five sisters and three brothers.

Funeral services were held June 16 in the Farrell-Holland-Gale Funeral Home in Byron with Rev. Elwin Colson officiating. Burial was in Byron Cemetery.

Memorials should go to the Ogle County Hospice.

*Submitter’s Note: In other records this name is seen spelled MUNHOLLON.

Holiday, Robert Lewis "Doc" Holiday

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times; 24 July 2003

WHIPPLE--Robert Lewis "Doc" Holiday, 56, of Bonn, Dalzell Road, Whipple, died at 1:25 A.M. Wednesday (July 23, 2003) at his home.

He was born Dec. 6, 1946, in Graysville, Ohio to Cecil and Velma Wise Holiday. His mother died when he was 3 years of age and he was reared by his father and stepmother, Mary Emma Jacobs Holiday.

Holiday attended Stanleyville grade school and was a graduate of Salem-Liberty High School with the class of 1965. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War from 1965-1968.

Employed by Kardex from December 1968 until the present time, he also served as mayor of Lower Salem and had also been a councilman. He had been a member of the Salem Township Volunteer Fire Department for many years and enjoyed restoring antique farm tractors and riding his Honda Goldwing.

He attended Lower Salem United Methodist Church. He was a member of Washington County Post 5108 Veterans of Foreign Wars; the Loyal Order of Moose Lodge 1823; and United Steel Workers Local 3241.

He is survived by his fiance Betty Hersman of Whipple; three daughters, Barbara Close and her husband Bill, of Whipple, B.S. Allen and her husband Jeff of Dungannon and Angie Allen and her husband, Kraig, of Lower Salem; six grandchildren, Kylee and Braden Close, Derick and Robby Allen and Molly and Karly Allen; five sisters, Nancy Tidd of Lower Salem and her special friend Frank Russell, Ada Offenberger and her husband Dale, of Whipple, Mary Carpenter and her husband, Kim, of Port Washington, Ohio, Marion Block and her husband, Charles, of Evanburg, Pa. and Linda Holiday of Sycamore Valley; one brother, Roger Holiday and his wife Sue of Lowell; and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother; one brother, Gene Holiday and one sister, Hester Mae Leasure.

Services are 11 A.M. Saturday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta with the Rev. Carol Smith officiating. The family will be present to meet friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. today and Friday at the funeral home.

Holtsclaw, Alice B. Holtsclaw nee Boggs

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Monday, March 18, 2003
      CANTON - Alice B. Holtsclaw, 83, of the Colonial Care Center in Canton, formerly of Woodsfield, died Sunday (March 16, 2003) at the center. She was born July 18, 1919, in Roda, Va., to James Monroe and Susan Whitaker Boggs. She was a homemaker and was a member of the New Life Church in Woodsfield.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Wilbur Graden Holtsclaw, on April 25, 1976; her parents; three sisters, Lucy May Boggs, Hattie Marie Boggs and Maudie Mosgrove; and six brothers, James Boggs, Eugene Boggs, Howard Boggs, Arlie Boggs, Arnold Boggs and Willard Boggs.
     She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield. Burial is in Otts Cemetery near Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.

Holtsclaw, Evelyn M. Holtsclaw nee Carpenter
Source--Monroe County Beacon Woodsfield, Ohio

Holtsclaw, Evelyn M., 87, Dover Ridge, Powhatan Point, went to be with her Lord on Jan. 6, 2003, at Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. She was born December 8, 1915, at Clover Ridge, a daughter of the late Omar and Lula Walters Carpenter. She was a life long member of the Grandview Christian Church at Clover Ridge, where she attended regularly. She will be sadly missed by her loved ones there. She was also a member of Captina Chapter, Order of Eastern Star at Powhatan Point. She was a homemaker, loved working in her garden, was a lover of animals and had a special pet dog named Poochie, who will miss her so much.

Surviving are her five daughters, Peggy Holtsclaw Burghy, Woodsfield; Mrs. Phil (Linda) Lang, Barnesville; Sharon Woods, Tyler, Texas; Mrs. Neal (Deborah) Moore, Alledonia; Mrs. Tom ( Linda) Durst, Zanesville; grandchildren including Angela and April Burghy, Woodsfield; two loving sisters, Mrs. Mel (Opal) Jenewein; Mrs. Kenneth (Dorothy) Graham, all of
Powhatan Point; two brothers, Wayne Carpenter, Powhatan Point; Floyd Carpenter, Shadyside; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 63 years, Charles, who died May 24, 2002; daughter, Becky Shrader; sister Marie Krischbaum; brother, Ray Carpenter.

Friends were received Jan.9 at Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, and Jan.10 until time of service at Grandview Christian Church, Clover Ridge, with Pastor Richard Baumberger officiating. Burial followed in Grandview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grandview Christian Church.

Hoover, Marlene Barbara Hoover (nee Lentz)

Source: The Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal; Saturday, June 21, 2003

Marlene Barbara Hoover, 69, passed away Friday, June 20, 2003.

Born and raised in Sandusky, Ohio, she moved to Akron in 1952. She was a member of St. John-St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Her survivors include husband, Donald; daughters, Barbara Foreman and Jeanne Kaplan; grandchildren, Roy and Holly Kaplan; sister, Bette Porada. Her brother, Rollin Lentz, preceded her in death.

Marlene was an angel on earth, and now has her wings.

Calling hours will be on Sunday from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Dunn-Quigley, Ciriello & Carr Fairlawn Chapel (39 S. Miller Rd.) Pastor Richard Williams will officiate at graveside services on Monday at 10:30 a.m. at the Oakland Cemetery in Sandusky. Memorial donations may be made to St. John-St. Paul Lutheran Church, 282 W. Bowery St., Akron 44307.

(Dunn-Quigley Ciriello & Carr, Fairlawn, 330-867-7306.) www.dqccfh.com

Horn, William E. 'Ernie' Horn

Source: The Marietta Times, dated June 17, 2003

LEWISVILLE, Ohio - William E. "Ernie" Horn, 62, of 40832 Creighton Ridge Road died Friday (June 13, 2003) in Columbus. He was born April 29, 1941, near Kermit, W.Va. He was a self-employed contractor for Horn Home Improvement Co. in Columbus and Lewisville. He was a member of the National Rifle Association.

He is survived by his companion of 20 years, Sonja Hawkins of Lewisville; three daughters, Tammy Horn, Paula Horn and Tonya Horn; two sisters, Edna Mayhorn of Columbus and Opal Whitmore of Mansfield; one brother, Alfred Lowe and his wife, Ginny, of Tennessee; and several grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services are at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield. Burial is in Stafford Cemetery in Stafford. Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Hoskinson, Ella Elizabeth Hoskinson nee Grant

Source: The Marietta Times, dated, Monday, September 22, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Ella Elizabeth Hoskinson, 95, of West Marietta Street, Woodsfield, died Saturday (Sept. 20, 2003) at Bellaire City Hospital in Bellaire, Ohio. She was born June 15, 1908, in Belmont County, Ohio, to John and Elizabeth Grant.

She is survived by two sons, Roy W. Hoskinson and Gary Hoskinson, both of Woodsfield; one daughter, Betty Covert of Canton; one sister, Wilda Norris of Canton; six grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Roy E. Hoskinson, in 1973; and her parents.

Services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Hudson, Howard W. Hudson Sr.

Source: The Shelbyville [Indiana] News; Monday, 3 Nov 2003

Howard W. Hudson, Sr., 73, of Indianapolis, died Saturday, Nov. 1, 2003, at Heritage House Convalescent Center.

Born Nov. 3, 1929, in Shelby County, he was the son of Frank L. and Karen M. (Pope) Hudson. He married Martha M. Newbold on Dec. 15, 1950, and she preceded him in death on Sept. 21, 1979.

Survivors include one son, Howard W. (wife, Donna) Hudson of Shelbyville; four daughters, Carol Hughs of Denver Colo., Kathy (husband, Ronald) Smith of Shelbyville, Lisa Rutherford and Karen Hudson, both of Indianapolis; two sisters, Dorothy Kinney of Shelbyville and Lucille Fleener of Waldron; 14 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

He also was preceded in death by one son, David Hudson; and one brother, Everet Hudson.

Mr. Hudson was a truck driver for J.O. Parish Co. from 1959 to 1986 and foreman at Culpepper Wood Preserves from 1986 until retiring in 1991.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Carmony-Ewing funeral home, with the Rev. Dan McCollough officiating.

Burial will be in East Hill Cemetery in Rushville.

Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association, 9135 N. Meridian St., Suite B-4, Indianapolis, IN 47260.

Submitter's Notes:

* In his wife Martha's obituary in 1979 the date of marriage was Dec. 16, 1950.

** In his wife's obituary, the spelling of this name was HUGHES.

Hughes, Christine "Marie" Hughes, nee Brock

Source: The Linn County [Missouri] Leader [as posted on the findagrave.com web site by Sharon Brown] - March 2003

Christine Marie Hughes, 73, Marceline, MO, formerly of Bucklin, MO, died March 3, 2003, at Pioneer Skilled Nursing Center, Marceline, MO. Graveside services were held March 4, 2003, in Bucklin Masonic Cemetery, Bucklin, MO. Arrangements were under the direction of Delaney Funeral Home, Marceline, MO.

Marie was born in Bucklin, MO, July 23, 1929, to Wade H. and Nellie B. (Kinkade) Brock. She is survived by 1 son, Justin Wares, of Des Moines, Iowa; 1 brother, Travis Brock, of Bucklin, MO; 1 sister, Aline Marcusson, of Brookfield, MO; 3 grandchildren, Tiffany Marie, Amber Sue, and Waylon Wade Wares. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Huntsman, Edna A. Huntsman, nee Morris

Source: The Times Leader, 200 South Fourth Street, Martins Ferry, Ohio

Edna A. Huntsman, 94, of Toronto, passed away Sunday, Aug. 10, 2003 at the Crestview Health Care Center, St. Clairsville, Ohio. She was born May 2, 1909 in Middlebourne, W. Va., the daughter of the late Adloph and Emma Jean Barker Morris.

Edna was affiliated with the North River Ave., Church of Christ in Toronto; a member of the Toronto V.F.W. Auxiliary Post No. 6906. Edna retired from the former Skippers Haven Yacht Club of Toronto.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Earl Huntsman, who passed away in 1955 and whom she married Nov. 24, 1928; three sons, Charles H. (1936), Francis M. (1969) and Harry L. Huntsman (2002); one daughter, Martha Howell (1967); two brothers, three sisters, four grandsons and one great-great grandson.

Surviving are two sons, Marvin Huntsman, Sacramento, Calif., and Joseph Huntsman, Milledgeville, Ga.; five daughters, Sylvia Spencer and husband Clifford, Toronto and Betty Baker and husband Harold, Caldwell, Ohio, Thelma Hicks, Channelview, Texas, Edna Lucas and husband Francis, Bethesda, Ohio and Janet Rock and husband, James, Toronto; three sisters, Kathryn Piatt, and Bertha London, both of Ashland, Ohio and Nettie Brown, Woodsfield, Ohio; sister-in-law, Bertha Morris, Ashland, Ohio; several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Friends and family will be received for visitation 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at the Clarke Funeral Home, 302 Main St., Toronto.

The Toronto V.F.W. Auxiliary will conduct services at the funeral home on Tuesday at 7 p.m. A funeral service will be held, 11 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2003 at the funeral home with Pastor Robert Hanze officiating. Burial will follow at the Island Creek Cemetery, Church Road, Toronto.

Memorial contributions in memory of Edna may be sent to the Crestview Health Care Center Activity Fund, 68637 Bannock Road, St. Clairsville, Ohio 43950.

Hurley, Evelyn Sparks Hurley, nee Minard

Source: The Courier [Findlay, Ohio] - Friday, October 24, 2003

Evelyn I. (Sparks) Hurley, 87 died at 6:09 a.m., Thursday, October 23, 2003 at Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center, Findlay.

She was born on March 17, 1916 in Mt. Blanchard to Orville E. and Hazel M. (Ghaster) Minard. She married Carl L. Sparks on May 5, 1941, he preceded her in death in October 1974, she later married James W. Hurley on June 26, 1988 and they divorced.

She is survived by a daughter Mrs. Don (Nancy) Arnold, Florida; 3 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild all of Florida.

Also preceding her in death are brothers Howard, Stanley, Donald, Robert, and Carl Minard; sisters Dorothy Wolfarth, Mable Jones, and Velma A. Sheldon.

Funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2003 at COLDREN-CRATES FUNERAL HOME, Findlay, where visitation will be held 2 hours prior to the service. Burial will be in Maple Grove Cemetery, Findlay. Reverend Chris Cravens presiding.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hancock County Humane Society in her memory.

Ives, R. Vincent Ives

Source: The Jackson [Michigan] Citizen Patriot - Sunday, December 14, 2003

IVES, R. VINCENT — Of Grass Lake, passed away December 12, 2003, age 86. Survived by his wife, Dona (Thelen) Ives; 2 sons, Kenneth (Diane) Ives of Brighton, Keith (Beverly) Ives of Grass Lake; 1 step-daughter, Linda Raser of Ypsilanti; 6 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren; 1 brother, Raymond Ives of Las Vegas. Preceded in death by his first wife, Hazel (Spiegelberg) Ives. He was a life long farmer and life long member of the Grass Lake United Methodist Church, active in many agriculture organizations.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Kathy Schnell officiating. Burial Oakwood (East) Cemetery. Visitation Monday 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association. Chas. J. Burden & Son 1806 E. Michigan Ave.

Johnson, Edna M. Johnson nee Brown

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, October 16, 2003

LEWISVILLE - Edna M. Johnson, 85, of 50405 Johnson Road died at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday (Oct. 14, 2003) at Barnesville Hospital in Barnesville. She was born June 26, 1918, near Lewisville to Homer and Mariah Blanche Carpenter Brown. She was a homemaker and was a Protestant by faith.

She was a member of the Dopey Dozen Homemakers Club and had formerly served
on the election board in Seneca Township, Monroe County.

She is survived by her husband, Leland V. Johnson, whom she married Feb. 1, 1938; one daughter, Shelba Wills of Woodsfield; five grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two nieces; and two nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Guy Brown and Ellis Brown; and one son-in-law, Jim Wills.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with the Rev. Myron Guiler officiating. Burial is in Calais Cemetery in Calais. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Jones, H. Normajean Jones

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, dated Saturday, April 26, 2003

H. Normajean Jones 1932-2003 - WOODSFIELD - H. Normajean Jones, 71, of Woodsfield, died Thursday (April 24, 2003) at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Woodsfield. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services will be 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. William J. Moran officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

Jones, Homer Edward Jones

Homer Edward Jones, 97, Ketzel Hill Rd, Sardis, died January 5, 2003 at the home of his daughter, Dorothy Bayes. He was born June 1, 1905, in Sardis, the son of the late Joel and Martha J. Thomas Jones.

He was a retired construction worker and farmer. He was a member of the Church of Christ and attended at Fly, OH.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Glenn (Dorothy) Bayes, and Hazel Barker of Sardis; four grandsons; six grand daughters; 18 great-grandchildren; one great-great-granddaughter.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Lallathin Jones; two infant sons, Jimmy and Carl Jones; daughter, Gladys Lytton; three sisters, Alice Myers, Anna Smith and Belva Jones; four brothers, Samuel Everett, Leroy, Joel Harry, and Orville Jones.

Friends were received January 7 at Grisell Funeral Home, Sardis, where funeral services will be held January 8, at 11 a.m., with Evangelist Clarence Rice officiating. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in West Union Cemetery, Sardis, OH.

Jones, Lena B. Jones, nee Voland

Source: photo of newspaper clipping (with her photo); FINDAGRAVE web site; October 2003

Winthrop -- Lena B. Jones was born Oct. 9, 1912 in Chenoa, IL., the daughter of Fred and Stella Hasty Voland. She lived in Chenoa until she was eight years old. The family moved to Iowa with all their belongings including their Model T. Ford, farm equipment, and even their farm animals in a freight train. Fred rode on the freight train and the rest of the family came on a passenger train. They moved to a farm near Doris and lived there for a year, and then moved ten miles northeast of Independence. Lena attended Byron #6 school and Independence High School.

Her family were members of the Whitney Church, north of Winthrop. There she met Charles Jones and they were married on Oct. 28, 1929, at the Methodist Parsonage in Independence. They moved to rural Winthrop in 1932 and farmed for three years before moving to town. Four children were born to this union: Marjorie, Evelyn, Helena, and Richard.

Lena had fond memories of the 13 years that she worked as a telephone operator when Winthrop had the crank type telephone and party lines. She was employed as a cook at People's Memorial Hospital and as an aide at MHI for one year each. Students will . . . .*

Lena's home was beautifully decorated with many of her homemade crafts. She made a colorful, hand-quilted cathedral quilt for her bed and a beautiful afghan in blue hues for her couch, along with crocheted cover pillows. She also crocheted a 64 square bedspread in a star pattern. Lena made 20 afghans, giving them to her family as treasured gifts.

Lena had some difficult times in her life with the death of her family members: her husband, Charlie, in 1977; her daughter, Marjorie, in 1979; and her son Richard in 1998. She also fought the battle of cancer and underwent surgery in 1956. She always kept her faith and had the courage to go on with her life.

She was a member of the Church of Christ United, the Rebecca's and the Crusaders Circle of the King's Daughters and Sons.

Lena died on Friday, Oct. 17, 2003, at the Buchanan County Health Care Center, Long Term Care in Independence following a lengthy illness. She was 91 years of age.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Charlie; her daughter, Marjorie; her son, Richard; one brother, Melvin Voland; and three sisters; Velda Merkel, Delores Crew, and Shirley McPherson.

Lena is survived by her two daughters: Evelyn (Edwin) Cook and Helen (Don) Reck both of Winthrop; a daughter-in-law, Mary Rita Greiner of Toddville, ten grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services were held at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 20 at the Church of Christ United in Winthrop with the Rev. Alan Schultz officiating. Music was provided by Don and Anita Bowden. Casketbearers were grandsons: Tom Cook, Steve Reck, Doug Reck, Calvin Wessels, Kenneth Jones, and Dan Jones. Burial was in Freemont Township Cemetery north of Winthrop.

The Fawcett Funeral Home of Winthrop was in charge of arrangements.

*Submitter’s Note: The rest of this paragraph was cut off the clipping that was posted. Perhaps more than that paragraph is missing.

Kahrig, Ella Viola Kahrig nee Christman

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Wednesday, June 18, 2003

LEWISVILLE - Ella Viola Christman Kahrig, 97, of Skin Creek Road died Tuesday (June 17, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield. She was born Feb. 23, 1906, in Lewisville, Seneca Township, to Jacob and Mary Ackerman Christman. She was an avid homemaker and gardener and enjoyed working with flowers. She was a member of Woodsfield Church of Christ.

She is survived by eight sons, Herman Kahrig of Barnesville, Lester Kahrig of Pataskala, Virgil Kahrig of Marshallville, Ohio, Rodney Kahrig of Woodsfield, Francis Kahrig of Canton, Kenneth Kahrig of Jerusalem, Lloyd Kahrig of New Pittsburgh, Ohio, and William Kahrig of Lewisville; five daughters, Martha Uppole of Lewisville, Dortha Matz of Dalton, Ohio, Vera Crock of Massillon, Leora Cruise of Oklahoma and Doris Kahrig of Rittman; 32 grandchildren; 52 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.She was preceded in death by her husband, Lawrence Kahrig, whom she married on Oct. 9, 1924; one son, Roger Kahrig; three grandchildren; one granddaughter by marriage; six great-grandchildren; four brothers, Homer, Herman, Harry and Henry "Clem" Christman; one sister, Freda Renker; and one daughter-in-law.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Harry Summers officiating. Burial is in Friendship Cemetery in Lewisville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Woodsfield Church of Christ, 860 Lewisville Road, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793; or the Lewisville Fire Department in care of Bob Blackstone, 46089 Ohio 145, Lewisville, Ohio 43754.

Kelley, Robert D. Kelley 2^nd obit

Source: Marietta Times, Wednesday, July 16, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Robert D. Kelley, 89, of 43886 Kelley Road died at 9:10 a.m. Tuesday (July 15, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Woodsfield. He was born Jan. 20, 1914, near Jerusalem to William and Luella Stewart Kelley. He was a retired farmer and a member of Bush Church of Christ near Malaga, Ohio.

He is survived by his wife, Genevieve Florence Morris Kelley, whom he married on Feb. 16, 1935; five daughters, Viola Riley of Canal Winchester, Ohio, Shirley Jones of Groveport, Ohio, Wanda Hopkins of Columbus, Ruth Strong of Lexington, Ohio, and Phyllis Hurt of Woodsfield; four sons, Jack Kelley and William Kelley, both of Woodsfield, Roger Kelley of Columbus, and Ken Kelley of Pulasci, Va.; 18 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one brother, Herbert Kelley; and two sisters, Ada Martin and Elizabeth Plotner.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Don Thompson officiating. Burial is in Bush Cemetery in Malaga. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Kelley, Robert D. Kelley

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, Cambridge, Ohio, dated Thursday, July 17, 2003
ROBERT D. KELLEY 1914-2003 - WOODSFIELD - Robert D. Kelley, 89, of Woodsfield, died Tuesday (July 15, 2003) at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services will be 1 p.m. Friday with Don Thompson officiating. Burial will be in Bush Cemetery, Malaga.

Kenney, Edith D. Kenney

The Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, Friday, January 10, 2003
WOODSFIELD - Edith D. Kenney, 75, of Ohio 800, Woodsfield (Antioch community), died Thursday (Jan. 9, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born April 24, 1927, in Glen Dale, W.Va., to Walter F. and Clara E. Huff Loveall. She was a member of the Graysville Church of Christ.

   She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Kenney, in February 1998; her parents; one brother, Anthony Loveall; and three sisters, Virginia Burch, Mary Gura and Loretta Tallman.
   She is survived by six sons, Robert F. Kenney Jr. and Gene Kenney, both of Newport, Gary Kenney of Byesville, David Kenney of New Philadelphia, Ohio, and Tim Kenney and Bill Kenney, both of Cambridge; five daughters, Sandra Resecker of Woodsfield, Joyce Gribble of New Philadelphia, Linda Stoehr of Cambridge, Connie Norris of Byesville and Kathy Gribble of New Philadelphia; one brother, Willard Loveall of New Martinsville, W.Va.; 22 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
   Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Sam Bartrug officiating. Burial is in Antioch Cemetery in Antioch, Ohio. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Kent, Carl W. Kent

Source: The Norwalk [Ohio] Reflector; 28 Feb or 1 Mar 2003

March 12, 1935 -- Feb. 28, 2003

NORWALK -- Carl W. Kent, 67, of Norwalk, died early Friday morning in his home.

He was born March 12, 1935 in Steubenville to the late Jesse and Emma L. (Brewer) Kent. He came to Norwalk in 1990 from East Liverpool.

He was a veteran of the Marine Corps. He was a retired truck driver and had driven for 35 years. He was a member of Milan Friendship Church. He enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting.

He is survived by his wife of 12 years, Rose (Wright) Kent of Norwalk; sons, Rob E. Moore, David Moore, Thomas Moore and Brian Moore, all of Norwalk; a daughter, Dawn Pfeiffer of Norwalk; 18 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a brother, Billy Lee Kent of Beach City; and sisters, Dorothy Baker of East Liverpool, Mary Ellen Thornhill of Salem and Lillian Baker of East Liverpool.

He was preceded in death by his brothers, Walter Lee Kent, Howard S. Kent, Jesse Floyd Kent and Raymond Leroy Kent.

Friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Walker Funeral Home, 98 W. Main St., Norwalk. Friends also may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Dawson Funeral Home, at W. 5h St., East Liverpool. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Spring Grove Cemetery in East Liverpool with the Rev. David Maly officiating.

Kerko, Elizabeth "Betty" Kerko, nee Roper

Source: The Willoughby [Ohio] News Herald; 10 Mar 2003

Funeral services for Elizabeth "Betty" (Roper) Kerko, 78, of Cleveland, will be held 9:30 a.m. Wednesday at St. Mary Church, 15519 Holmes Ave., Cleveland.

Mrs. Kerko died March 6, 2003, at her residence.

She was born Oct. 10, 1924, in Cleveland.

Mrs. Kerko worked as a sewing machine operator for the Fisher Body, Coit Road Plant, for 35 years, retiring in 1982.

Survivors are her daughters, Linda (Al) Paynter and Rosemary (Charles) Stacks; sons, Eugene (Jan) Fearing and John Kerko; grandchildren, James (Jay) Kerko, Jennifer Paynter, Michael Paynter and Melissa Kerko; and three great-grandchildren.

Her first husband, Eugene Fearing; second husband, Mike Kerko; brother, John Roper; and sister, Dorothy Turkall, are deceased.

Friends may call 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Brickman and Sons Funeral Home, 21900 Euclid Ave., Euclid. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery Cleveland.

Kernan, JoAnn Kernan

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, dated Saturday, April 26, 2003
JoAnn Kernan 1938-2003 - WOODSFIELD - Joann Kernan, 65, of Woodsfield, died Thursday (April 24, 2003) at Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Friends may call 4 to 9 p.m. today (Friday) and 9 until the time of services, 11 a.m., Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield. Russell Atkinson will officiate. Rebekah Lodge services will be 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be in Friendship Cemetery, Lewisville.

Kilburn, Clyde W. Kilburn

Source: The Marietta Times, Thursday, April 3, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Clyde W. Kilburn, 80, of 422 Moose Ridge Road died at 7 a.m. Wednesday (April 2, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield. He was born Oct. 25, 1922, near Lewisville to Homer and Emma Bintz Kilburn. He was a United States Army veteran of World War II.
     He was a retired employee of the Modern Hardware Store in Woodsfield. He was a former associate of the former Michener Funeral Home at Woodsfield and was an associate of Watters Funeral Home at Woodsfield since 1984. He was a member of Woodsfield United Methodist Church at Woodsfield; American Legion Post 87 at Woodsfield; Monroe County Farm Bureau and the Farm Bureau Council; and member and past chancellor commander of the Knights of Pythian
Lodge 338 at Woodsfield;
     He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Fannie E. Fogle Kilburn; one daughter, Susan Adams of Fleming; two sisters, Mrs. Earl (Leona) Leach of Barnesville and Mrs. Robert (Rita) Winland of Bremen, Ohio; one grandson, Kevin Francis and his fiance, Shila Morrison, and her daughter, Kamryn, all of Newport; and several nieces and nephews.
     He was preceded in death by one daughter, Mary Ann Kilburn, in 1962; and his parents.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Dwaine Denis officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Kinney, Dorothy E. Kinney
Source: The Marietta Times, Wednesday, Sept, 24, 2003

GRAYSVILLE - Dorothy E. Kinney, 76, of Hartshorn Ridge Road died Monday (Sept. 22, 2003) at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was born Sept. 19, 1927, in Monroe County to John and Hattie Gail Spence Suittor. She was a past member of the Graysville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, Mountaineer C.B. Club and Graysville Grange.

She is survived by one daughter, Gail Ann Briggs and her husband, Larry, of Graysville; one son, William Kinney and his wife, Anna, of Reno; four grandchildren, Beth Ann Rose and her husband, Kevin, of Graysville, Elizabeth Ottney and her husband, Mike, of Reno, Lydia Kinney of Marietta and Tonda Parker of Ohio; and three great-grandchildren, Jared Rose and Levi and Emily Ottney.She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Arthur Kinney, in June 1983.

Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Harold Kinney officiating. Burial is in Hartshorn Ridge Cemetery near Graysville. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Graysville Volunteer Fire Department, 35520 State Route 537, Graysville, Ohio 45734; or a charity of the donor's choice.

Kinsey, Evelyn M. Kinsey nee Busche

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Monday, November 24, 2003

NEW MATAMORAS - Evelyn M. Busche Kinsey, 86, of 42094 Trail Run Road died at 1:05 a.m. Sunday (Nov. 23, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield. She was born Sept. 19, 1917, in Akron to Clarence Earl and Carrie Mae Dye Busche. She was a homemaker and was baptized on Sept. 11, 1935. She was a member of Brownsville Church of Christ at Brownsville, Ohio.

She is survived by her husband, Ernest H. Kinsey, whom she married on Nov. 14, 1936; one daughter-in-law, Lucille Kinsey of New Matamoras; one sister, Mary I. Lyons of Columbus; three grandchildren, Deborah Kay (Robert) Miller, David Lee (Jane) Kinsey and Daniel E. (Polly) Kinsey, all of New Matamoras; six great-grandchildren, Joshua Miller, Valerie Miller, Christopher Kinsey, Matthew Kinsey, Katie Kinsey and Sara Kinsey; and two nieces, Susan (Dan) Nettler and Karen (James) Bates, all of Columbus.

She was preceded in death by one son, Donald C. Kinsey, on Nov. 29, 1980; her parents; and two brothers, Charles W. Busche and Frank E. Busche.

Services are at 1 p.m. Wednesday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Harold Kinney Jr. officiating. Burial is in German Lutheran Cemetery in Brownsville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Kirkman, Edith L. Kirkman nee Feiock

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, November 22, 2003

BARNESVILLE - Edith L. Kirkman, 92, of Barnesville, formerly a lifetime resident of Woodsfield, died Thursday (Nov. 20, 2003) at Barnesville Hospital. She was born Oct. 1, 1911, in Lewisville, to Edward C. and Minnie Diehl Feiock. She was a retired Woodsfield Elementary School teacher, having taught for more than 40 years. She was a member of the United Methodist Church of Woodsfield, the Retired Teachers Association of Monroe County, and the American Legion Auxiliary of Woodsfield. She was also a member and former worthy matron of the Eastern Star Lodge 268 of Woodsfield. She is survived by one sister, Dorothy Van Dyne of Barnesville; one nephew, Jim Van Dyne and his wife, Carolyn, of Englewood; and one great-niece, Carla Lynn Van Dyne of Englewood.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Glenn Kirkman.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Roger Brown officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 11 a.m. Saturday until the time of service Saturday at the funeral home. Eastern Star Lodge services are at 11:30 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

Kocher, Charles William Kocher
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Kocher, Charles William "Charlie", 58 of Mills Rd., St. Clairsville beloved husband of Donna Goormastic Kocher and dear father of Brian Kocher and his wife Anne of North Canton and Kristine Nolen and her husband Marc of Dover, Ohio died Tuesday, November 26, 2002 at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling after a long courageous battle with cancer. He was born June 9, 1944 in Bellaire, Ohio a son of the late Vernon Kocher and Ruth Hammond Kocher. Charles was a graduate of Bellaire High School and received Bachelors degree in Business and Masters in College Administration from Ohio University. He served as a faculty member, Assistant Dean of Business Technologies and most recently as Dean of Educational Services at Belmont Technical College, where he worked for 32 years. Recently he was designated Dean Emeritus. An active member of East Richland Friends Church, a member of Ironworkers local 549, and the 200 Club of Wheeling.

He was the proud and loving grandfather of Andrue, Kyle and Gracie Nolen and Sarah Kocher. Also survived by a brother, Richard Kocher and his wife Wilda of WV; uncle and aunt, William and Betty Creamer of Bethel Park, PA; aunt Jean Rydosz of Powhatan Point and uncle Orin Hammond of Sugarcreek, Ohio.; several nieces and nephews.Friends will be received on Friday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 8 p.m. at the East Richland Friends Church, State Route 40 West of St.Clairsville where services will be at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 30, 2002 with Rev. Wayne Ickes & Rev. Jerry Wenger officiating. Entombment follows in Holly Memorial Gardens Mausoleum in Pleasant Grove.Donations may be made to East Richland Friends Church or to a scholarship established in his name for Belmont Technical College.Arrangements by Toothman Funeral Home, St.Clairsville.

Koehl, Thomas L. Koehl

Source: The Indianapolis [Indiana] Star - Aug. 29, 2003

Thomas L. Koehl, 58, Indianapolis, died August 27, 2003 at Regency Place, Castleton. He was born July 8, 1945 in Indianapolis. Mr. Koehl was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War and was a member of VFW Post 908. He is survived by his sons: Chadd Koehl and Marty (Monica) Koehl; 5 sisters; 7 brothers; 4 grandchildren; and 55 nieces & nephews. Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 30 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church. Calling will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, August 29 at the Usher Funeral Home. Burial: Calvary Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to VFW Post 908. Friends may sign an on-line guest register at: www.usherfuneralhome.com.

Kohn, Wanda W. Kohn, nee Pennoyer

Source: The Jackson [Michigan] Citizen Patriot - Friday, December 5, 2003

KOHN, WANDA W. (PENNOYER) — Of Jackson, passed away December 4, 2003, age 82. She was preceded in death by her son, John Darwin Kohn in 1986. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, John H., one son, Kelly (Monica) Kohn; one granddaughter, Samantha Kohn; two special nieces, Phyllis (Jerry) Saltzgaber and Beth (Larry) Haines; several great nieces and nephews.

Services will be from the Wetherby Chapel Monday, 10:00 a.m. with Chaplain Craig Britton officiating. Interment will take place at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be on Saturday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Sunday 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to the Great Lakes Hospice. WETHERBY FUNERAL HOME 402 Wildwood Ave. 517-787-7511.

Kroning, Ruth Drogemueller Kroning, nee Behnken

Source: The Houston [Texas] Chronicle — Saturday, April 26, 2003

RUTH BEHNKEN DROEGEMUELLER KRONING, 87, of Houston passed away April 24, 2003. She was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Houston and preceded in death by her husband Rev. August Droegemueller in 1986.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Kroning; daughter, Sharon Miles and husband Rev. Tyrus Miles; son, David Droegemueller and wife Ruth; grandchildren, Brian, Melanie, Erin and Ryan; great grandson, Jacob Visser; sisters, Helen Schmelder, Lois Roehrs; brothers, John W. Behnken and Rev. Kenneth Behnken.

Visitation will be from 4-6pm, Sunday at the funeral home. Services will be at 10:30AM, Monday at Trinity Lutheran Church, 800 Houston Ave., Houston, Texas 7007. Interment will follow at 2:30PM in Klein Memorial Park, Tomball, Texas.

For those who desire, memorial donations may be made to the Harms-Behnken Memorial, c/o Trinity Lutheran Church.

The family would like to express their appreciation to Odyssey Healthcare/Hospice and Garden Terrace of Houston for their compassionate care.

Kunz, Harry Sidney Kunz, Sr.

Source: The Wheeling, West Virginia, News Register; 18 June 2003

KUNZ, Harry Sidney Sr., 74, of Wood Street, South Wheeling, W. Va., died Tuesday, June 17, 2003 in Wheeling Hospital.

He was born Feb. 7, 1929, the son of the late Charles and Mary Renforth Kunz.

He was a retired crane operator from Blaw Knox Foundry; a member of St. Matthews Episcopal Church; an Army veteran of the Korean War; a member of Blake Brothers American Legion Post 46, Cave Club and Snake Club.

He is survived by a son, Harry S. Kunz Jr. and his wife, Deborah, of Wheeling; two daughters, Cheryl Lynn Gerdau and Patricia Eileen Currier, both of Wheeling; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

Friends will be received 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Thursday at Kepner Funeral Home, 36th and Jacob streets, South Wheeling, where service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday with the Rev. Earnest Watkins officiating. Interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Wheeling.

Personal condolence may be made to the family at www.kepnerfuneral.com.

Kurtz, Margaret O. Kurtz nee Morris

Margaret O. Kurtz, 68, Newark, Ohio, died Wednesday at Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, a daughter of the late Oscar and Mary V. Taylor Morris.

She was preceded in death by her husband James Kurtz and numerous brothers and sisters.

Surviving are two sons; Frank Kurtz and wife Rose and Dean Kurtz, all of Newark; numerous brothers and sisters; and two grandchildren: Brannon and Jamie.

Friends will be received from 6 to 8 p.m., Monday at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 n. Chestnut St. Barnesville, Ohio, where services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, with Rev. Robert Knox officiating. Burial will be in Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville

LaCourse, Jayden Matthew Bevon LaCourse

Source: The Review Times (Fostoria, Ohio) - Monday, September 8, 2003

Jayden Matthew Bevon LaCourse, age 2 years 11 months, passed away Sunday afternoon, September 7, 2003 at his home in Fostoria. Jayden was born on September 22, 2000 in Fostoria. He was diagnosed with 6-P Deletion Syndrome, a heart condition so rare that his was only the 27th known case in the world. Father Kent Kaufman baptized Jayden on Sept. 24, 2000 at the Toledo Hospital.

Jayden was able to live his life at home with family under the care of his loving parents. He was an easy-going child and loved listening to music and playing with items that made crunching sounds. His favorite thing to do was play with his musical Pooh bear. Though Jayden's life was short, he was able to touch the lives of many others. He will be sadly missed.

Those left to cherish his memory include: his parents, Michael and Leah (Gillig) LaCourse; sister, Eden C. LaCourse; and brother, Alexander M. LaCourse, all of Fostoria; maternal grandparents, Robert Merkel, Oak Harbor, Thomas Gillig, Fostoria, and Patty Shaw, Fostoria; maternal great grandparents, Virgil and Maxine Shaw, Sardis, OH; maternal great grandmother, Mary Gillig, Fostoria; paternal grandparents, Thomas and DeAnn LaCourse, Fostoria; paternal great grandmother, Dea Jo Painter, Fostoria; paternal great great grandmother, Veda Hutchins, Fostoria; and God parents, Thomas II and Jennifer Gillig, Fostoria.

Jayden was preceded in death by maternal great grandparents, Leonard Sr. and Martha Merkel; paternal great grandfather, Bevon Painter; and an aunt, Marilyn Gillig.

Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 A.M., Wednesday, September 10, 2003 at Mann-Hare Funeral Home, Fostoria, with the Rev. Douglas Garand officiating. Interment St. Wendelin Parish Cemetery, Fostoria.

Visitation will be held from 2-4 & 7-9 P.M., Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to the Early Intervention Program, Tiffin.

Lancaster, David James Lancaster

Source: Marietta Times, dated Saturday, April 26, 2003 Woodsfield teen dies in crash on Ohio 26
     David James Lancaster, 15, of Woodsfield, a freshman at Monroe Central High School, was killed after school Thursday, two miles north of Woodsfield on Ohio 26, when he apparently lost control of the car he was driving and struck a tree. Two passengers, a boy and a girl, also minors, were injured in the one-car accident, but treated and released, one at a Columbus hospital, the other at Barnesville Hospital. The accident was reported at 3:35 p.m. by a nearby resident who heard the crash.
     Lancaster did not have an Ohio driver's license or even a temporary permit, Trooper Joe Weaver, of the St. Clairesville post of the Ohio Highway Patrol, investigating officer, said Friday. Also, Lancaster was not wearing a seat belt, likely the reason he was partially ejected from the 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser he was driving. "The thing is, we don't think he would have been killed, or even seriously injured, if he had been wearing a seat belt," Weaver said. The officer said head injuries as a result of the crash are likely the cause of death.
     One of the boy's passengers remembers wearing a seat belt; the other had no recollection, the officer said. Their injuries were minor, although one was taken to Columbus by Life Flight before being treated and released. Weaver said at this time excessive speed is suspected as the cause of Lancaster losing control. "It looks like he lost control of the vehicle, overcorrected, rolled and went off the right side of the road, finally struck a tree, and the car ended up on its top," the officer said.
     Friends will be received at Watters Funeral Home, Woodsfield, from 5 to 9 p.m. Sunday, with services at 1 p.m. Monday. Pastor Bob McQuellen is officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery.
     Lancaster, the son of John Jones, of Stow, and Sharon Montgomery Jones, of Woodsfield, was born in Steubenville Sept. 1, 1987. Surviving, in addition to his parents, are three sisters, Ashley Lancaster, of Woodsfield; Tiffany Jones and Kimberly Jones, both of Stow; a brother, Jesse Jones, of Stow; maternal grandparents, David and Sandra Montgomery, of Woodsfield; and paternal grandparents, Dean and Sue Jones, of Rootstown.

Landefeld, Darrell J. Landefeld

Source: The Marietta times, dated Thursday, August 14, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Darrell J. Landefeld, 55, of Oaklawn Avenue died Tuesday (Aug. 12, 2003). He was born May 7, 1948, in Barnesville to Lester W. and Gladys Egger Landefeld. He was the owner and operator of Monroe Wood Products, Landefeld Trucking and Masters Garage in Woodsfield. He was a member of the Woodsfield Village Council, Ohio River Tractor Club and Laings Church of Christ.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Faber Landefeld; one son, Derrick Landefeld and his wife, Beth, of Woodsfield; one daughter, Jennifer Landefeld of Woodsfield; two brothers, David Landefeld and his wife, Joyce, and Duane Landefeld and his wife, Barbara, both of Woodsfield; one sister, Patricia Antonik and her husband, Michael, of Bellaire; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Minister Charles Schultheisz officiating. Burial is in Miltonsburg Community Cemetery in Miltonsburg, Ohio. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Laings Church of Christ Building Fund, P.O. Box 24, Laings, Ohio 43752.

Lantz, Troy Michael Lantz

Source: www.tributes.com [online]

Troy Michael Lantz, 30, of Greeley, Colorado died Sunday, January 12, 2003, at North Colorado Medical Center. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, January 16, 2003, at Allnutt Funeral Service/Macy Chapel. Cremation will be completed. Troy was born October 10, 1972, in Greeley, Colorado to Larry and Carol (Hays) Lantz. He was a lifelong resident of Greeley and attended Greeley Central High School and Aims Community College. Troy loved art, especially drawing, as well as snowboarding and motorcycling. He enjoyed time with his family and had a heart of gold. He was a very kind hearted person. His father Larry Lantz and his wife Shelly of Greeley, CO; mother, Carol Lantz of Greeley, CO; brothers, Todd Lantz of Fort Collins, CO, Nathan Lantz of Greeley, CO and Jacob Lantz of the USN-USS Abraham Lincoln; grandmother, Virginia Lantz of Evans, CO, step-grandparents, Mearl and Gladys Solberg of Loveland, CO; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins survive him. His grandparents, Elmo and Jean Hays and grandfather, Lawrence Ray Lantz, Sr. preceded him in death. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Snowboard Outreach Society or Stand Up For Kids in care of Allnutt Funeral Service, 702 13 Street, Greeley, CO 80631.

Lattea, James C. Lattea

Source: The Clarksburg [West Virginia] Exponent Telegram; November 26, 2003

NUTTER FORT - James C. Lattea, 81, of East View died Monday evening, November 24, 2003, in the United Hospital Center.

He was born in Doddridge County on January 7, 1922, a son of the late Pete and Alta Bertha (Nicholson) Lattea.

He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Lena Pearl (Nicholson) Lattea, whom he married January 5, 1944.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Betty Jo Hill, East View, 13 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren. Two brothers, Junior Lattea, Salem, and Boyd F. "Babe" Lattea, East View; 4 sisters, Mary Lamb and Betty Adams, both of Kincheloe, Juanita Davis, Doddridge County, and Helen Davis, Buckhannon; and several nieces and nephews complete the family.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by 3 children, Lucy Lattea, James Lattea and Harold Lattea; a great-grandson, Philip Stewart; and 4 brothers and 5 sisters.

Jim was a timber and sawmill worker, retiring from Woodson Pallet in 1983. He also did small-engine repair, and enjoyed playing cards, especially "Set Back."

Friends may call at the Gemondo Funeral Home, 201 Edison Street, Nutter Fort, on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Services will be held at the funeral home on Friday morning at 11 a.m. with Pastor Charles Madaus presiding. Burial will follow in the Union Mission Cemetery, New Milton.

A Gemondo Funeral Home service.

Lattea, Junior Lewis Lattea

Source: The Clarksburg [West Virginia] Exponent Telegram; Dec 2003

SALEM -- Junior Lewis Lattea, 77, of Sawyers Run Community, died 4:30 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2003, at Louis A. Johnson VA Medical Center, following a brief illness.

He was born January 16, 1926, at Coldwater, Doddridge County, the son of the late Pete and Bertha Alta Nicholson Lattea. His wife, Ruby Fay Harper Lattea, who he married December 29, 1946, died March 1997.

Surviving are five sons, Robert Lee Lattea and wife, Sharon, of Bristol, Kenneth Roger Lattea and wife, Donna, of Parkersburg, John Henry Lattea and Delbert Allen Lattea and companion, Barb, Ronald Patrick Lattea and companion, Dawn Freeman, all of Salem; four daughters, Anna Alta Derrow and companion, David Arnett, Mrs. Roy (Cora) Arnett, both of Thornville, Ohio, Barbara S. Lattea, Parkersburg and Mrs. James (Melissa) Norton, Romney; one brother, Boyd Lattea of East View; four sisters, Mrs. Luther (Mary) Lamb, Mrs. Raymond (Juanita) Davis, Mrs. Bill (Helen) Davis and Betty Adams all of Salem. Also seventeen grandchildren and twenty-two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by two sons, William Lewis Lattea and Donald Franklin Lattea and by several brothers and sisters.

He was a Baptist by faith, a veteran of U.S. Navy, serving during the Korean conflict.

For thirty-six years, Junior Lattea was a laborer for Eureka/Pennzoil pipeline.

Friends may call at the Greathouse Funeral Home, Salem, Monday, from 9 a.m. until the funeral hour at 1 p.m. Rev. Harley Jeffries Jr. will preside. Interment in the Indian Fork Cemetery at Coldwater.

A Greathouse Service.

Lawson, Tonya Renae Lawson, nee Sutton

Source: The Evansville [Indiana] Courier & Press - Sunday, August 17, 2003

Tonya Renae Sutton Lawson, 44

HENDERSON -- Tonya Renae (Sutton) Lawson, 44, died Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003, at her home.

She was of the Baptist faith.

Surviving are a daughter, Renae Gooch Book; two sons, Kirk Rakestraw and Neal Greenwell; her mother, Betty Sheffer Sutton; three sisters, Yolanda Morris, Betty Ann Mitchell and Lawanna West; two brothers, Danny and George Sutton Jr.; and two grandchildren.

Services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Tapp Funeral Home, with burial in Fernwood Cemetery.

Visitation is from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and from 11 a.m. to service time Tuesday.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Leach, Dorothy J. Leach, nee Wilson

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository; Friday, 30 May 2003 Dorothy J. Leach, age 78, a resident of St. Luke Lutheran Home, passed away there Wednesday evening. She was born in Canton, a daughter of the late Herman and Edith Beltz Wilson, and was a life resident. Dorothy was a 1943 graduate of Lincoln High School. She retired in 1981 from the J. C. Penny Co., after 16 years of service, where she was a retail clerk. Preceded in death by her husband, Paul C. Leach, on Aug. 30, 1994, her son, Robert Leach, on Aug. 30, 2000, and a son-in-law, James Middaugh, on March 14, 2003. Survived by two daughters, Karen Middaugh and Sandy Morrison, both of Canton; twin granddaughters, Shelly Pepper and her husband, Randy, and their children, Steven and Shannon, all of North Canton, and Kelly First and her husband, David, of Perry Township; a grandson, Jamie Leach, of Canton; and a niece, Sharon Harding and her husband, John, of Ben Lomond, CA. Services will be conducted Sat. at 10:30 a.m. in the Formet-Clevenger & Gordon Funeral Home with Pastor George Keeler officiating. Interment in North Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call one hour before the services on Saturday. Contributions in Mrs. Leach’s memory may be made to the Alzheimer’s Disease Association, 4815 Munson St. NW, Canton, OH 44718.

(Formet-Clevenger & Gordon, 330-456-4766)

Leach, Jack R. Leach

Source: The Cambridge [Ohio] Jeffersonian; 11 May 2003

BARNESVILLE---Jack R. Leach, 73, of Barnesville, died Saturday (May 10, 2003) at Ohio Valley Medical Center, Wheeling W.Va.

He was born Jan. 13, 1930, in Calais, son of the late Barney and Grace (Spence) Leach.

Mr. Leach was an Army veteran serving in Korea and a retired night watchman at the former Belmont Manufacturing of Barnesville. He was a Protestant by faith and a member of the VFW Post 2792, Eagles Aerie 4552, Moose Lodge 1304, all of Barnesville, the Batesville American Legion 578 and IGLW union.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Danford Leach, and a sister Helen Wehr.

He leaves his wife, Helen (Boles) Leach; three sons, Roger Leach, Gary Leach and Jerry Danford Leach, all of Barnesville; two sisters, Ethel Carpenter of Barnesville and Cledith Carpenter, Calais.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 P.M. Monday at Campbell-Plumby-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 Chestnut St., Barnesville, where services will be 11 A.M. Tuesday with the Rev. Charles Clark officiating.

Military graveside services will be conducted by the Belmont County Council of Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Burial will be in Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville.

Leach, Sara Leach, nee Murabito

Source: The Wichita [Kansas] Eagle; 27 Jun 2003

Leach, Sara, 56, retired Boeing Human Resources Personnel Representative, died Wednesday, June 25, 2003. Rosary 7 p.m. Sunday, Mass 10 a.m. Monday, both at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church.

Survivors: husband, James; daughters, Megan and Heather, all of the home; sisters, Josephine Walters, Martins Ferry, OH, Kathi Gump, Moundsville, WV, Rosalie Micucci, Follansbee, WV, Lynn DeGasperis, Martins Ferry, OH. Broadway Mortuary.

Leasure, G. Wayne Leasure

Wayne Leasure, 56 of Belpre, died December 2, 2003 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born in Parkersburg, WV, May 10, 1947, a son of Gore G. and Jeridene Boggs Leasure of Vienna. He retired from Washington County Community Action after 18 years and was a 1965 graduate of PHS. Wayne was a U. S. Marine Corps veteran of Vietnam.

Surviving in addition to his parents is a daughter and son-in-law, Shelley and Scott Armstrong of Marietta, a sister and brother-in-law, Barbara and Fred Layman of Vienna, a niece Amy Layman of Marietta and a nephew Fred Layman Jr. of Ellenboro.

An infant brother William Kenneth Leasure preceded him in death. Funeral services will be Thursday 1:00 PM at the Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg, Pastor Dave Cumpston officiating. Interment will follow at Parkersburg Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.

Linker, Andrew Fredrick Linker

Source: The Fort Morgan [Colorado] Times - Wednesday, December 10, 2003

Andrew Fredrick Linker, 21

of Fort Morgan

Andrew Linker dies at 21

Andrew Fredrick Linker, 21, lifelong Morgan County resident, died Tuesday in Fort Morgan.

Linker was born Sept. 27, 1982, in Brush to Larry and Tammi (Spafford) Linker. He was very creative and loved working with electronic devices. Linker enjoyed figuring out how things worked and would build and repair things for his family and friends. He was always a happy person and was a hard worker with a compassionate heart. Linker was a quick-witted person who loved practical jokes.

He is survived by his father, Larry of Fort Morgan, and his mother, Tammi of Brush; one brother, Brian Christopher Linker of Brush; his grandparents, Perry "Bud" and Charlotte "Bunny" Parsons of Fort Morgan, Leonard Linker of Fort Morgan and Patricia Linker of Weldona.

Visitation will be at the Heer Mortuary in Brush Thursday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Friends who wish may make memorial gifts at the Bank of Colorado in Brush in Linker's name.

Funeral services will be held Friday at 2 p.m. at the Brush High School auditorium. Interment will follow in the Brush Memorial Cemetery.

The Heer Mortuary and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements.

Long, Mary Ruth Long nee Kirby

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, Tuesday, April 15, 2003
     Mary Ruth (Kirby) Long, 69, of Woodsfield, Ohio, formerly of Maryville, Tennessee, passed away Monday, April 14, 2003, at the Monroe County Care Center concluding her battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 30, 1934 in Townsend, Tennessee. She was the daughter of Zella Sarah Caylor Kirby of Maryville, Tenn., and the late Arthur Sherman Kirby.
     She was a graduated of Everett High School of '52 in Maryville, Tennessee, a member of the First Baptist Church, Woodsfield; a member of the Woodsfield Chapter #268 Order of Eastern Star, serving 12 years as secretary, former member of the Monroe County Health Planning Council, Past Guardian of Bethel #78 of the International Order of Job's Daughters. She owned and operated Long's fabric in Woodsfield for 28 years and also worked for rural family living as a sewing instructor.
     Preceded in death by her father, Arthur Sherman Kirby, three brothers-in-law: Jack Brown, Dallas Long and Marvin Long; two sisters-in-law: Elnora McClanahan and Iva Kirby; one niece, Brenda Brown Lindsey.
     Surviving are her mother, Zella Sarah Caylor Kirby of Maryville, Tennessee; her husband of 50 years, John H. Long, Jr. of Woodsfield, son of the late Lorena Jane (Clemens) and John Hartsell Long, Sr., of Maryville, Tennessee; four daughters: Deborah Day and her husband Ned, Woodsfield, Angela Rice and her husband Earl, Woodsfield, Sheila McKee and her husband Brian, Clarington, and Sarah Smith and her husband Ty, Powhatan Point, Ohio; two brothers: Wilford Kirby and his wife Dolly, and Bill Kirby, both of Tennessee; three sisters, Juanita Davis and her husband Jack, Violet Brown and Rowena Long and her husband Paul, all of Tennessee; eight grandchildren: Betsy (Day) Phillips and her husband Kevin; Erica Day, Linsly Rice, Courtney Rice, Morgan McKee, Adam McKee, Jennifer Smith and Zachary Smith.
     Friends received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, Ohio. Funeral service, 11 a.m., Thursday, April 16, 2003, at the First Baptist Church of Woodsfield, with Pastor Travis Smalley and Evangelist Sam Bartrug officiating. Interment in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield, Ohio. Eastern Star Services, at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, at the funereal home.

Lowther, Everett Nelson Lowther

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, dated Thursday, October 2, 2003

EVERETT NELSON LOWTHER 1939-2003 - Everett Nelson Lowther, 63, of Summerfield, died Tuesday (Sept. 30, 2003) at Southeastern Med in Cambridge. No calling hours or services will be held. Thorn-Black Funeral Home, Cambridge, is handling the arrangements.

Lucas, Brenda J. Lucas, nee Bishop

Source: as posted on findagrave.com by Ruth (Hickman) Wicks; Jan 2003

Brenda J. Bishop Lucas of Indianapolis, Indiana died Sunday, January 26, 2003 at the age of 53.

She was born February 14, 1949 in Leeland [sic–Leland], Mississippi. She was one of nine children of Jessie James and Sarah Ann Bishop.

Brenda had been a Bookkeeper for many years at Troy Motors. She was a good & faithful Christian lady that liked to help others. She was a member of Lighthouse Baptist Church.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Jessie James Bishop & Sarah A. Bishop; brothers Roger Glyn Bishop, Jessie James Bishop, Jr.; sisters Sadie E. Spencer, Ava N. Runyon.

Survivors include daughter & son-in-law Nicole D. & Roger D. Burgess; son Joseph G. Lucas; brother Norman E. Bishop; sisters Doris M. Hart, Ruth A. Johnson, Charlotte A. Armstrong; 2 grandchildren Michaela D. Lawless, Dylan M. White.

She also leaves behind many beloved family and friends.

Brenda was the ex-wife of Leroy Lucas.

Services were Tuesday, January 28th, in Flanner & Buchanan Lawrence Funeral Center, with Pastor Daniel Tidd presiding at the services.

Burial: Concordia Cemetery in Indianapolis

Contributions may be made to the church.

Lucas, Virgil “Leroy” Lucas

Source: as posted on findagrave.com; Feb 2003

Leroy Lucas of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away Monday, February 10, 2003 at the age of 56.

He was the owner of Meridian Auto Sales for 20 years. He was an avid Harley rider, fisherman, and gambler.

Survivors: daughter and son-in-law Nicole and Roger Burgess; son, Joseph G. Lucas; grandchildren, Michaela Lawless, Dylan White; sister and brother-in-law, Linda Sue and Bob Whitecotton; niece, Lacy McGrew; girlfriend, Terri Matula, and her children, Bonnie and Amanda Matula.

Leroy was the ex-husband of Brenda J. Bishop Lucas.

Services were Thursday, February 13th, at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel.

Lucus, Ester Lucus

Source: The Herald-Times [Bloomington, Indiana] - Tuesday, May 20, 2003*

Ester Lucus, 92

Sept. 5, 1910 — May 17, 2003

LINTON — Ester Lucus, 92, of Linton, died Saturday at Glenburn Home in Linton.

She worked in the accounting department of United Way of Central Indiana for 18 years, retiring in 1975.

Services will be 10 a.m. Wednesday at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton. Burial will be at Marco Cemetery in Marco.

Friends may call 5-8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

*Submitter's Note: Below is another obituary:

Lucus, Ester Lucus

Source: as posted on the findagrave.com web site; May 2003

Ester Lucus, 92 of Linton, passed away at 3 a.m., Saturday, May 17, 2003 at Glenburn Home in Linton. Born Sept. 5, 1910 in Marco, she was the daughter of John C. and Eva (Baker) Lucus. She worked with the United Way of Central Indiana in the accounting department for 18 years retiring in 1975. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Linton; Ladies Civitan Club; and Bykota Sunday School Class at the First Baptist Church.

Survivors include, her niece, Patrica [sic – Patricia] Crist of Indianapolis. She was preceded in death by one sister, Alma Lucas; one brother, Charles Lucus; and her parents.

Funeral service will be at Anderson-Poindexter Linton Memory Chapel at 10 a.m. on Wednesday with Brian Whitehead officiating. Burial will follow at Marco Cemetery.

Lucas, Madeline E. Lucas, nee McKim

Source: The Herald-Times (Bloomington, Indiana) - Friday, May 2, 2003

Madeline E. Lucas, 88

June 9, 1914 — April 30, 2003

LINTON — Madeline E. (McKim) Lucas, 88, of Linton, died Wednesday at St. Vincent Hospice in Indianapolis.

She was a homemaker and had worked at G.C. Murphy's 5 & 10 cent store for 10 years.

Survivors include one daughter, Patricia Ann Crist of New Palestine; one sister, Mary Montavon of Orlando, Fla.; and one brother, Max McKim of Linton.

Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton. Burial will be at Marco Cemetery in Marco.

Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Lumbatis, Beulah L. Lumbatis

Source: The Marietta Times, Marietta, Ohio, Saturday, March 1, 2003
     LEWISVILLE - Beulah L. Lumbatis, 84, of 46007 Ohio 145, Lewisville, died Friday (Feb. 28, 2003) at her home. She was born Aug. 9, 1918, near Lewisville to Emma Denbow Winland and Roy Gray. She was a homemaker and was a Protestant by faith.
     She is survived by two daughters, Jeanie Roe and her husband, Dellano, and Marlene Crum, all of Lewisville; two sons, Richard Lumbatis and his wife, Janice, and Gale Lumbatis and his wife, Angel, all of Lewisville; three sisters, Lorna Jones of Lewisville, Delores McGarry of Lewisville and Loretta Rinard of Woodsfield; 14 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; several stepgrandchildren; and several stepgreat-grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob Ward "Bodie" Lumbatis, on Oct. 17, 1991; one son, David Lumbatis; her parents; two brothers, Harold Winland and Francis "Spark" Winland; and one grandson, Mark Aaron Lumbatis. Services and burial will be held at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield.

MacPherson, Irene M. MacPherson, nee Godbey

Source: The Columbian (Vancouver, Washington) - Wednesday, July 30, 2003

A homemaker who lived in Vancouver for the past 47 years, Irene M. MacPherson died Monday, July 28, 2003, in Vancouver. She was 87.

Her husband, Robert, died in 1979.

She was born April 27, 1916, in Parsons, Kan. Her maiden name was Godby.*

Survivors include one son, Gary L. Sharp of Vancouver; and one grandson.

Mrs. MacPherson enjoyed jigsaw puzzles, needlepoint and going to the beach.

A service will begin at 10 a.m. Friday at Memorial Gardens Funeral Chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 371, Vancouver, WA 98666.

*Submitter's Note: In the 1920 and 1930 census and at the findagrave website, her father's last name was spelled GODBEY.

Mallett, Elsie Mallett, nee Hamilton

Source: The Monroe County [Ohio] Beacon; Thursday, January 1, 2004

Elsie C. Hamilton Mallett, 84, of 44938 State Route 145, Lewisville, died December 19, 2003, in Marietta Memorial Hospital, Marietta. She was born in Woodsfield, March 24, 1919, a daughter of the late Homer L. and Marie Christman Hamilton.

She was a 1937 graduate of the former Woodsfield high School in Woodsfield; a homemaker and a member of the Sutherland United Methodist Church, near Lewisville. She was also a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary Post 5108, where she had served as a past president and was also a member of the Franklin Homemakers Club at Lewisville.

Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Richard (Vicki) Burton, of Canal Winchester, Kathy Mallett, of Marietta; four brothers, Gerald Hamilton, of Belpre, Gene Hamilton, of Ventura, California, Arthur Hamilton, of Rotonda West, Florida, and Herbert L. Hamilton, of Columbus; three grandchildren, Doug, Mike, and Christy Burton, of Canal Winchester; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph W. Mallett, on August 6, 1994, whom she married January 12, 1947; two sisters, Hilda Smith, Opal Schwall; three brothers, Edwin Hamilton, Willard Hamilton and Ray Hamilton.

Friends were received at Watters Funeral home, Woodsfield, December 22, where funeral services were held December 23, with Reverend Gary Fitzgerald in Sutherland Cemetery, near Lewisville.

Mallett, Joseph W. Mallett

Source: The Marietta Times, Thursday, February, 29, 2003
     PICKERINGTON - Joseph W. Mallett, 89, of Pickerington, formerly of Sand Bar Road, Lewisville, died Tuesday (Feb. 25, 2003) at Fairfield Medical Center in Lancaster. He was born Dec. 10, 1913, in Monroe County to Albert "Bert" and Edna Dearth Mallett. He was a retired farmer and construction worker.
     He is survived by his wife, Ruth Hartshorn Mallett; one daughter, Joan Winland and her husband, Ivan, of Pickerington; three granddaughters, Pamela Karnes and her husband, Craig, Aleisa Lee and her husband, Gregary, and Susan Campbell and her husband, Robert, all of Pickerington; one grandson, Timothy Winland and his wife, Lisa, of Hilliard; and eight great-grandchildren, Danielle and Bradley Karnes, Mathew, Cody and Hunter Lee, Parker and Madison Campbell and Nicholas Winland.
     He was preceded in death by three infant sons; his parents; and one brother, James Mallett.
     Services are at 2 p.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Tim Fleeman officiating. Burial is in Hartshorn Ridge Cemetery near Graysville. Friends will be received from noon until the hour of the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hartshorn Ridge Cemetery or the Sutherland Cemetery.

Mann, John D. Mann

Source: The New Philadelphia [Ohio] Times Reporter - Thursday, November 27, 2003

John D. Mann, 83, a long-time resident of North Canton, O., died Wednesday morning, Nov. 26, 2003, at Park Village in Dover.

A son of the late Miles and Mary Leach Mann, he was born Jan. 30, 1920, in Malaga, O.

John retired from the Hoover Company in North Canton after over 40 years of service, and was a member of the AARP.

He is survived by his wife, Inez Lorenzoni Mann, whom he married December 19,* 1972; two brothers, Kenneth (Loretta) Mann of Reynoldsburg and Richard (Bonnie) Mann of Barnesville; many nieces and nephews, including Larry Mann and Richard Mann, both of Reynoldsburg, Neal Mann and Susan (Barry) Orahood of Barnesville, Louis P. Lorenzoni of New Philadelphia, David (Pat) Lorenzoni of Stone Creek, Marilyn Lorenzoni of South Lebanon, and Carolyn (Ron) Brodzinski of New Philadelphia; and numerous grandnieces and grandnephews.

John was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James.

Services for John will be Saturday, Nov. 29, 2003, at 2 p.m. in the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home Chapel with Neal Mann, John's nephew, presiding. Friends may call on the family in the chapel one hour prior to the service. Those unable to attend are invited to send condolences to the family, sign an online guest registry, and view a memorial of John's life on the funeral home's Web site.

Burial at Crestview Cemetery in Barnesville, O., will follow cremation which is under the care and direction of the Linn-Hert-Geib Funeral Home & Crematory.

Linn-Hert-Geib

(330) 343-5506

www.geibfuneral.com

*Submitter's Note: The Ohio Marriage Index, 1970, 1972-2007 gives the marriage date as December 23, 1972.

Mansell, Betty Maxine Mansell, nee Wilkerson

Source: The Augusta [Georgia] Chronicle - Friday, May 23, 2003

Mrs. Betty Maxine Wilkerson Mansell, 76, of Aiken, S.C., widow of Rev. F.E. "Bud" Mansell, died Wednesday, May 21, 2003 at Eden Gardens. Graveside services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 24, in historic Bethany Cemetery, with the Rev. Richard Swift officiating.

Born in Akron, Ohio, Mrs. Mansell worked for a number of years with the American Red Cross in Ohio and Florida, and was the former president of Womens Missionary Society for the Allegheny Wesleyan Methodist Connection. A resident of Aiken since 1990, she attended Cedar Creek Church. Survivors include six sons, Mark Mansell, Phoenix, Ariz, Joel Mansell, Rural Valley, Pa., Daniel Mansell, Seward, Pa., Timothy Mansell, Aiken, Jonathan Mansell, Aiken, Nathaniel Mansell, Aiken, and one brother, Paul Wilkerson, Akron, Ohio, 14 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Cedar Creek Church, 3001 Banks Mill Rd., Aiken, SC, 29803.

The family will receive friends from 7 PM until 8 PM Friday at Shellhouse-Rivers Funeral Home, Inc., 715 East Pine Log Rd., Aiken.

Mars, Kenneth "Mike" Mars

Source: The Terre Haute [Indiana] Tribune Star; Wednesday, June 11, 2003

Kenneth "Mike" Mars, 36, of Terre Haute died at 11:55 p.m. Sunday, June 8, 2003, in Woodridge Motel in Terre Haute. He was born July 6, 1966, in Terre Haute to Kenneth Ray Mars and Toni Lee Mars.

Survivors include his wife of 19 years, Kelly Jo Miller Mars; his parents, Kenneth Ray Mars of Norco, California, and Toni Mars of Terre Haute; two daughters, Kimberly Ann Mars and Ashley Michelle Mars, both of Terre Haute; one brother and sister-in-law, Kevin and Michelle Mars of Cape Coral, Fla.; one niece, Kayla; one nephew, Benjamin; his grandmothers, Norma Cirtin of Terre Haute and Maxine Mars of Laguna, Calif.; and one grandfather, Anthony D. Minnick of Lincoln, Neb.

Services are 7 p.m. today in Mattox-Wood Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dennis Leek officiating. Burial is at 11 a.m. Thursday in Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation is 4 to 7 p.m. today. If friends so desire, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.

Sign the guestbook at AugustaChronicle.com.

Marty, Harry BUD Marty

Source: The Spirit of Democracy [Woodsfield, Ohio]; October 2003

Harry "Bud" Marty, 84, of SR 78, Woodsfield, died Oct. 24, 2003, in Wetzel County Hospital. He was born Oct. 29, 1918, in Clarington, the son of the late John Wesley and Alma Moser Marty.

He was a retired carpenter, a member of Zion United Church of Christ, Sardis, and attended Chapel Hill Methodist Church, Clarington.

Surviving are two sons, Neal (Diana) Marty, of Clarington, Brent (Belinda) Marty, of Woodsfield; daughter, Mrs. Gerald (Bonita) Snively, all of Powell; brother Walter Marty; sisters, Doris Byers of Wadsworth, Alma Marty, of Clarington; special friend, Verla Lude, of Woodsfield; five grandchildren, Christi, Sarah, Levi, Anna and Zach.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Doris Bauman Marty; two sisters, Mildred Gordon, Wilma Marty.

Friends were received Oct. 26 at Grisell Funeral Home, Clarington, where funeral services were held Oct. 27, with Pastor Donald Hitchcock and Rev. James Hoff officiating. Burial, Mt. Vernon Cemetery, Clarington.

Mayo, Clista E. Mayo, nee Price

Source: The Shelbyville [Indiana] News; 7 Apr 2003

Clista Ellen Mayo, 83, of St. Paul died Sunday, April 6, 2003, at Heritage Convalescent Center.

Born March 21, 1920, in Shelby County, she was the daughter of Edward Oather and Olive (Thurston) Price. She married Ralph E. Mayo on July 26, 1940, and he survives.

Other survivors include one son, Lavell O. Mayo of Indianapolis; two daughters, Lee Sherley and Sara C. Mayo, both of Shelbyville; one sister, Luella Huckleberry of Indianapolis; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one daughter, Marcella F. Oglesby, and one great-granddaughter, Lauren R. Miner.

Mrs. Mayo was a lifelong Shelby County resident.

She was a homemaker and pastor's wife.

Mrs. Mayo graduated in 1939 from Tech High School.

She was a member of Westside Wesleyan Church.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Westside Wesleyan Church, 535 Dunn Ave., with the Revs. Marvin Hughes, Corlis Dees and Jeff Curry officiating.

Burial will be in Milford Cemetery in Milford.

McBride, Elizabeth McBride, nee Allison

Source: The Owensboro [Kentucky] Messenger-Inquirer - Saturday, August 30, 2003

Elizabeth McBride, 85

of Safety Harbor, Florida

SAFETY HARBOR, Fla.

Elizabeth McBride, 85, of Safety Harbor died Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2003, at Tandem Health Care of Safety Harbor. She was born in Philpot and was an engineering lab assistant at General Electric for 47 years. She was loved very much and will be missed by her family.

Survivors include a daughter, Brenda C. Hupp of Safety Harbor; a grandson, Jim Cole of Orlando, Fla.; a granddaughter, Jeanan Volpe of Clearwater, Fla.; five great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

International Mortuary Inc. of Florida is in charge of arrangements.

McCort, Hubert R. "Frog" McCort

Source: The Barnesville [Ohio] Enterprise; 1 Oct 2003

Services were held Monday at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, 319 N. Chestnut, Barnesville, for Hubert R. "Frog" McCort, 78, of Barnesville, who died Thursday (Sept. 25, 2003) at Wheeling (W.Va.) Hospital.

Pastor Rodney West officiated. Burial followed in Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville.

Military graveside services will be conducted by Belmont County Veterans Council of the VFW.

Friends were received Sunday at the funeral home.

He was born Sept. 2, 1925, in Barnesville, the son of the late Guy Raymond and Maggie M. (Bunting) McCort.

Mr. McCort was an Army veteran of World War II and retired from North American Coal Co. 6 Powhaten. He was a member of VFW Post 2792, American Legion Post 168 and the United Mine Workers of America.

He was preceded in death by three brothers, Raymond, Bernard and Reuben McCort, and a sister, Sylvia Ankrom.

He leaves his wife, Regina (Clark) McCort; a son, David Russell McCort of the home; a daughter, Carolyn Ann (Carrie) McCort of the home; two brothers, Glenn (Barbara) McCort and Donald (Mildred) McCort, all of Barnesville; and a sister Thelma Lucas of Barnesville.

McCort, Maxine L. McCort, nee Shepherd

Source: The Barnesville Enterprise, Barnesville, Ohio; 21 May 2003

Maxine L. McCort, 83, of Hendrysburg, Ohio, died Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at the Monroe County Care Center. She was born Oct. 9, 1919 in Freeport, Ohio, a daughter of the later George and Anna Morgan Shepherd.

Maxine was a retired LPN, and a member of the Hendrysburg United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard McCort, one son, Ronald Kisner, several brothers and sisters.

Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Clarence (Diane) Wells of Fairview; two sons, Russell and wife Dessa Miller of Bethesda and Richard and wife Nancy (Miller) of Canton; 10 grandchildren and 18 great grandchildren.

Friends were received Friday at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, where services were held Saturday with Pastor Robert Merritt officiating. Burial followed in Crestview Cemetery, Barnesville.

McDonald, Thomas H. McDonald Sr.

Source: The St. Louis [Missouri] Post-Dispatch - Friday, August 22, 2003

Thomas H. McDonald Sr., 75, of St. Charles, died Wednesday (Aug. 20, 2003) at Missouri Baptist Hospital in Town and Country.

Mr. McDonald was a retired truck driver for Grey Eagle Distributors in St. Louis.

He was past president of St. Louis Numismatic Society; and a member of the Teamsters Brewery Workers Local 133.

He also served in the Army.

Visitation will be from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Baue Funeral Home, 620 Jefferson Street, St. Charles. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Sunset Hills Memorial Estates, 2900 South Illinois Route 157, Glen Carbon.

Among survivors are his wife, Jennifer L. McDonald of St. Charles; a daughter, Melissa Mullally of Cuba, Mo.; a son, Thomas H. McDonald Jr. of Fort Myers, Fla.; two stepdaughters, Tracy Johnston of Edwardsville and Terri Hertel of St. Peters; a stepson, Todd Hertel of Spartanburg, S.C.; a brother and a sister; and four grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be made to Shelter Pals of Crawford County, P.O. Box 634, Cuba, Mo. 65453 or to the donor's choice in care of Baue Funeral Home, 620 Jefferson Street, St. Charles, Mo. 63301.

McElfresh, Richard K. 'Dick' McElfresh
Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, October 2, 2003

SUMMERFIELD - Richard K. "Dick" McElfresh, 68, of 50010 State Route 513, Summerfield, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday (Sept. 30, 2003) at his home. He was born April 17, 1935, in Carlisle, Ohio, to Kyle and Dorothy Thompson McElfresh. He was a retired military policeman in the U.S. Army serving during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. He was also a member of American Legion Post 415 at Summerfield.

He is survived by his wife, Carolyn Guiler McElfresh, whom he married on Sept. 8, 1982; three sons, Jeremy McElfresh of Buffalo, Ohio, Jason McElfresh of Summerfield and Justin McElfresh at home; one sister, Mrs. Walter (Patsy) Grywalski of Summerfield; and one grandson, Jayden McElfresh of Buffalo.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Stanley McElfresh and William McElfresh.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at Brubach-Watters Funeral Home in Summerfield with Frank Love officiating. Burial will follow in Eastern Cemetery in Summerfield with full military graveside services. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.

McGilton, Bernice L. McGilton nee Holland
Source: The Marietta Times, dated May 1, 2003
     BEALLSVILLE - Bernice L. McGilton, 94, of Beallsville died Wednesday (April 30, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Woodsfield. She was born March 4, 1909, in Coats Station, Ohio, to Clarence Holland and Chloe Smith Holland. She had owned a farm near Beallsville and was a member of Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church.
     She is survived by one son, Clarence McGilton and his wife, Toni, of Beallsville.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Hayden George McGilton, in 1959; her parents; and two sisters, Hilda Hall and Zella Crum.
     Graveside services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery with Pastor Gale Lauderman officiating. Friends will be received from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield.
     There will be a meal at Beallsville United Methodist Church in Beallsville after the service.

McGrew, L. Edward McGrew

Source: as posted on findagrave.com [probably from the Shelbyville, Indiana, News]; 25 Feb 2003

L. Edward McGrew, 86, of Shelbyville, died Sunday, Feb. 23, 2003, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

Born Oct. 21, 1916, in Shelby County, he was the son of Leander and Nancy E. (Price) McGrew. He married Avis Sanders on July 26, 1939, and she preceded him in death on Feb. 9, 1991.

Survivors include one son, Stephen (Jo) McGrew of Seymour; four sisters, Mrs. Tom (Doris) Winterrowd, Mary McMichael and Evelyn Baxter, all of Shelbyville, and Mrs. Norman (Louise) Mullen of Fairland; and four grandchildren, Jay McGrew and Chris McGrew, both of Indianapolis, Mindy McGrew of Louisville, Ky., and Mrs. Kirk (Ellen) Bos of Michigan City.

He also was preceded in death by four brothers, Delbert McGrew, Francis "Skeet" McGrew, Harvey McGrew and John McGrew, and three sisters, Susie Shirley, Opal Bohannon and Delta May McGrew.

Mr. McGrew was a lifelong Shelbyville resident.

He was a plant manager at KCL Corp. for 34 years, retiring in 1982.

Mr. McGrew graduated in 1935 from Waldron High School.

He was a member of First Baptist Church, where he formerly served as deacon, trustee and Sunday school teacher. He was a former member of Lions Club.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Carmony-Ewing Harrison Street Funeral Home, 819 S. Harrison St.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Dan McCollough officiating.

Interment will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 27 W. Broadway St., Shelbyville, IN 46176, or Ruth Lilly Hospice of Clarian Methodist Health Foundation, 1800 N. Capitol Ave., Post Office Box 7168, Indianapolis, IN 46207-7168.

McMichael, Mary L. McMichael, nee McGrew

Source: as posted on findagrave.com [probably from the Shelbyville, Indiana, News]; May 2003

Mary L. McMichael, 81, of Shelbyville, died Monday, May 5, 2003, at Morristown Manor in Morristown.

Born Aug. 19, 1921, in Shelby County, she was the daughter of Leander and Nancy (Price) McGrew. She married Floyd McMichael in 1945, and he preceded her in death on June 16, 1997.

Survivors include one son, Larry McMichael of Fort Wayne; one daughter, Rebecca Jo Misner of Tempe, Ariz.; three sisters, Doris Winterrowd and Evelyn Baxter, both of Shelbyville, and Louise Mullen of Fairland; and four grandchildren.

She also was preceded in death by five brothers and three sisters.

Mrs. McMichael lived in Shelby County most of her life.

She was manager of Richards Elementary School cafeteria in Columbus for several years, and superintendent of Shelby Manor for five years, retiring in 1987.

Mrs. McMichael was a member of West Street United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Carl Ewick officiating.

Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to West Street United Methodist Church, in care of Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

McGinnis, Norman "Mac" McGinnis

Source: as posted on findagrave.com probably from the Dayton [Ohio] Daily News; Nov 2003

Norman "Mac" McGinnis, 80, of West Alexandria, died Nov. 8, 2003 at Grandview Hospital. He was born in Dayton, on Oct. 15, 1923 to William and Adda (Ogden) McGinnis. He was a World War II Army veteran, member of King Hiram Masonic Lodge #8 F&AM, 32nd degree Mason, member of Scottish Rite, Dayton. He had retired from Frigidaire in 1978 after 35 years, former avid bowler and was a volunteer at Grandview Hospital for 25 years.

Survivors include his wife, Mary Lou; son, Mike (Judy) McGinnis of Eaton; two daughters, Peggy Schulke of Dayton, Carmen Riebesell of Lexington, Ky.; stepchildren, Michael Barr, Dayton, Debbie (Vince) Moore, Sparta, Ky.; 10 grandchildren, four great-grandchildren; one sister, Shirley Wilde, Florida.

Services were held Tuesday, Nov. 11 at Lindoff-Zimmerrnan Funeral Home, West Alexandra. Burial was in Fairview Cemetery. Donations may be made to Grandview Hospital.

Meade, Charles Conard "Connie" Meade

Source: The Grand Junction [Colorado] Daily Sentinel; 17 Jan 2003

Charles Conrad*[sic] "Connie" Meade

December 1, 1934 -- January 15, 2003

Charles Conrad* "Connie" Meade, of New Castle, CO, passed away January 15, 2003, at his residence. He was 68 years of age.

Charles was born on December 1, 1934, to Ezra Hugh and Myrtle (Hoskison) Meade in Omega, OK. He spent his childhood in the Oklahoma Panhandle. He graduated from Central High School in Grand Junction, Co. On March 13, 1994, Charles married Donna Marie in Las Vegas, NV. She survives.

Previous places of residence include Grand Junction, CO; Vail, CO; Carbondale, CO, Acampo, CA; and New Castle, residing in western Colorado for 50 years. He worked as a construction superintendent/builder. He was a member of AQHA, Little Britches Rodeo Association and Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association. Charles enjoyed southwest deserts, horses, horseback trips, hunting and rodeos. He also enjoyed fishing and worked as a guide, and on occasion as a rodeo clown.

Survivors include his wife, Donna Marie Meade of New Castle; son, Gary Lynn Meade (wife Joan) of San Jose, CA; daughter, Sherrie Nugent (husband Brent Peckham) of Superior,CO; daughter-in-law, Kathy Meade; sister, Huella of Scottsbluff, NE; 21 grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by son, David Eugene; two brothers, Thomas and Vernon Ray; and Hughla Fae.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., January 20, 2003, at Church of Christ in Glenwood Springs, with Mark Hauptli officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to Roaring Fork Hospice, PO Box 1970, Glenwood Springs, CO 81601.

Arrangements are under the direction of Farnum-Hold Funeral Home in Glenwood Springs.

*Submitter's Note: Other records, as shown below, but also in the obituaries of his family members, show the name as CONARD rather than CONRAD as in this article:

U.S. City Directories, 1821-1989 about Conard C Meade

U.S., Social Security Death Index, 1935-Current about Conard Meade

U.S. Public Records Index, Volume 1 about Conard Conard Meade

Meeks, Verna Evelyne Meeks, nee Keogh

Source: The News Review, Roseburg, Oregon; 9 Mar 2003

MEEKS, Verna Evelyne Keogh -- Was born in Spokane, Washington on September 15, 1923, and left this life on March 6, 2003. Verna was born in Spokane, Washington to Dan and Leta Keogh, living in Canada and the Western U.S. most of her life. She was married to Clement Meeks for 48 years and he preceded her to the Lord in August 2002.

She is survived by her children, Dee Clancy, of Tennessee; Alysen Sylvester, of Oregon; Jeff Meeks, of Montana; grandchildren, Ronda McCarty, of Florida; Jean and Melinda Sylvester of Oregon; John James* and Elizabeth Meeks, of Montana; and one great grandson, Allyn Pennington, of Oregon; her brother, Art Keogh; and sisters, Ellen Billick and Reta Shepherd, all of Oregon; and many, many nieces and nephews also survive her. Also surviving is a foster daughter, Jan Martines of Colorado. Her mother, father and three brothers, Kenneth, Keith and Howard Keogh, preceded her in death.

Verna was a member of the Order of Eastern Stars, V.F.W. and the American Legion. She loved handcrafts and handwork of many kinds. She enjoyed making formals, dresses, dolls, angels, cloth learning books for children, quilts, crocheting and cross stitching for family and friends.

Verna celebrated life and wanted family and friends to celebrate it so there will not be a funeral. Her family and friends would like you to join us for a celebration of her life on March 22, 2003 at 2 p.m. at the Riddle Community Center in Riddle, Oregon. MOUNTAIN VIEW MEMORIAL CHAPEL in Myrtle Creek is assisting the family.

*Submitter's Note: In the obituary for her husband Clement, there was a comma between John and James thus listing three Meeks grandchildren in Montana.

Mercer, Dale Franklin Mercer

February 25, 1926 - March 29, 2003

Source: altmeyerfuneralhome.com; March, 2003

Dale F. Mercer, 77, of Moundsville died March 29, 2003 in Woodsfield Nursing Home. He was a retired employee of 84 Lumber Co., Moundsville; a Protestant; a veteran of the US Army; a member of the American Legeion, Earl Francis Post #3 and the VFW Post 437, Moundsville. He was preceded in death by his parents, and seven sisters. Survivng are a daughter, Carol M. Ronald Frank*; a brother, Charles W. Mercer; 4 Grandchildren; 12 Great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, including, Margaret Carl Ellis and a great nephew, David Stieglbauer; two friends, Alice Richmond and Renita Gouge.

Submitter's Notes:

*Though the punctuation doesn’t help, his daughter Carol was married to Ronald Frank.

** I had expected there to be information about his funeral and burial, but this is all that showed on the funeral home web site when I looked at it in 2017.

Mercer, Hailey Marie Mercer

Source: The Altmeyer Funeral Home web site

Born in Wheeling, WV on Jan. 10, 2003

Departed on Jan. 10, 2003 and resided in Moundsville, WV.

Visitation: Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2003

Service: Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2003

Cemetery: Halcyon Hills Memorial Gardens

Hailey Marie Mercer, infant daughter of Craig Brandon and Jennifer M. Martin Mercer of Moundsville died January 10, 2003 in Wheeling Hospital. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her paternal grandparents, Roger B. and Ruth Ann Mercer, Moundsville; maternal grandparents, Richard L. and Darlene K. Martin, Moundsville; and several aunts and uncles.

Mercer, Lydia Mercer, nee Lancaster

Source: The Intelligencer/Wheeling [West Virginia] News Register; 28 Dec 2003

COLLIERS - Lydia Mercer passed away Sunday, Nov. 23, 2003, at the age of 95. She was born Jan. 18, 1908 in Atwood, W.Va., the daughter of the late Caleb Harrison and Margaret (Lancaster) Harrison. She was a homemaker and a Protestant by faith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Leroy Mercer; a daughter, Margaret Roberts; ten brothers; and three sisters. Surviving are two sons, Paul and Patty Mercer of Colliers and Wayne Mercer of Middlebourne, W.Va.; a brother, Friend Lancaster of New Martinsville, W.Va.; 6 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren. Visitation was 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24 at the Iams Funeral Home, 833 Third St., New Martinsville where services were held at 1 p.m., Nov. 25, 2003. Interment was in the Greenlawn Cemetery, New Martinsville.

Mercer, Michael L. Mercer

Source: The Charlotte [North Carolina] Observer - Friday, October 24, 2003

Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Mr. Michael L. Mercer, 50, of Charlotte, died October 23, 2003. No services are planned. National Cremation Service is entrusted with arrangements.

Michael, Edgar W. Michael

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times Leader; 5 Jun 2003

Edgar W. Michael, 95, of Frederick Street, Marietta, died at noon Tuesday (June 3, 2003) at his home.

He was born Sept. 21, 1907, in Sandborn, Ind. to Charles and Bernice Carter Michael. He had come to Marietta as a child with his parents. Since his father was an oil field worker, they later moved to Oklahoma and then to Kentucky before returning to Marietta.

He had operated his own trucking business. He enjoyed watching golf matches and playing cards.

He is survived by his wife, the former Cleora Morningstar, whom he married on Oct. 12, 1940; a brother-in-law and sister- in-law, Gale and Ruth Morningstar of Columbus, Ga.; four nieces, Dora Doan and her husband, Delmar, and Debbie Morningstar Brown and her husband, Don, both of Marietta, Crystal Hatcher of Phoenix City, Ala., and Helen Miller of The Inn at Marietta; four nephews, Richrd Morningstar of Suffolk, Va., Randy Morningstar of Moore, Okla., Mike Morningstar of Smith, Ala., and Dean Morningstar of Parkersburg; and a number of great-nicecs, great-nephews, great-great-nieces, great-great nephews, great-great-great-nieces and great-great-great nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Anna Mae Blackford; and a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Denver Sarver and Grace Sarver.

Services are at 2:30 p.m. Friday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta with the Rev. Larry Hanson officiating. Burial is in Moss Run Cemetery. Burial is in Moss Run Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 p.m. today until the hour of the services at the funeral home, where the family will be present to meet friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today.

Middaugh, James Middaugh

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository; Saturday, 15 Mar 2003 James A. Middaugh, age 64, of Canton, passed away Friday morning in Mercy Medical Center. He was born in Alliance, a son of the late Atlee and Lillian Glass Middaugh, and had been a Canton resident most of his life. He had been employed as a Sales Rep. for Vacuflo of Ohio for 10 years, and also was employed by Securi-Com. Jim had been a member of the Hall of Fame Barbershop Chorus for 34 years and also was a member of Peace Lutheran Church and McKinley Eagles, Aerie #2370. He was an avid fisherman. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps for three years. Survived by his wife, Karen L. Middaugh, with whom he celebrated their 38th Wedding Anniversary on Aug. 1st of last year; his twin daughters and sons-in-law, Shelly and Randy Pepper and their children, Steven and Shannon, of N. Canton, and Kelly and David First, of Perry Township; one brother and sister-in-law, Richard and Peggy Middaugh, of N. Canton; a sister-in-law, Sandra Morrison, of Canton; two nephews, Rick and Todd Middaugh, and great-nieces and great nephews; also special friends, Don and Marlene Anderson, of N. Canton. Services will be conducted Monday at 10 a.m. in the Formet-Clevenger Gordon Funeral Home with Pastor George Keeler officiating. Interment in North Lawn Cemetery. Friends may call Sunday 6-9 p.m. Contributions in Jim's memory may be made to either the American Heart Assoc. or the American Cancer Society.

(Formet-Clevenger Gordon, 330-456-4766)

Miller, Arthur L. Miller

Source: Marietta Times September 12, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Arthur L. Miller, 87, of Miller Road died Wednesday (Sept. 10, 2003) at the Morgantown (W.Va.) Trauma Center as a result of a farming accident. He was born Nov. 1, 1915, in Monroe County to Leonard Miller and Anna Hughes Miller. He was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church of Miltonsburg and was a retired carpenter of Local 186 of Steubenville, Ohio. He enjoyed playing cards with his friends, pitching horseshoes and farming.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Ruth Anna Gallagher Miller; five sons, David H. Miller at home, Gregory Arthur Miller and his friend, Barb Garey, of Woodsfield, Mark Leon Miller of Woodsfield, Alan Christopher Miller and his wife, Patti, of Stoutsville, Ohio, and Brett Joseph Miller and his wife, Wilda, of Woodsfield; five daughters, Patricia Rush and her husband, Paul, of Woodsfield, Linda Kahrig and her husband, Meredith, of Woodsfield, Wanda Monahan and her husband, James, of Barnesville, Marilyn Ruth Wells of Wooster, and Kimberly Johnston and her husband, Jim, of Powell, Ohio; one sister, Mrs. Elmer (Helen) Thonen of Mount Pleasant, Ohio; 19 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Eloise Archer; and three brothers, Paul, Eugene and Henry Miller.

Mass of Christian burial will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Miltonsburg with Father David Gaydosik officiating. Burial is in the church cemetery. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, where a vigil service will be held at 8:30 p.m. today.

Miller, Dorothy Miller

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, July 31, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Dorothy Miller, 74, of South Sycamore St. died Wednesday (July 30, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born May 16, 1929, in Lancaster County, Pa., to Leonard and Ruth McCorkle Miller. She was retired director of the Neighborhood Service Center at Woodsfield and was a member of Woodsfield Church of Christ.

She is survived by one son, Rick Miller of Woodsfield; four brothers, Raymond Miller of Clarington, Richard Miller of Beallsville, Leonard Miller of Canton and Donald Miller of Calais; and two sisters, Shirley Froehlich of Jerusalem and Bonnie Buttery of Clarington.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Services are at 1 p.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Sam Bartrug officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Miller, Faye L. Miller nee Harkins
Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, May 24, 2003
     ST. CLAIRSVILLE - Faye L. Miller, 75, of 117 Pine Knoll Terrace, formerly of Woodsfield, died at 7:55 p.m. Thursday (May 22, 2003) at Cambridge Health and Rehabilitation Center in Cambridge. She was born March 25, 1928, in Blairsville, Ga., to Van Lee and Nina Pearl Reese Harkins. She was a homemaker and a Catholic by faith.
     She is survived by four daughters, Brenda Alt and her husband, Gregory, of Wake Forest, N.C., Karen Warner and her husband, Dennis, of Kimbolton, Barbara Ackerman and her husband, John, of Woodsfield and Sharon Eikleberry and her husband, Roy "Skip," of St. Clairsville; one son, Daniel Miller and his wife, Kim, of Hagerstown, Md.; one sister, Charlene Gallagher of Canton; eight grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Eugene F. Miller, on Aug. 3, 1982; her parents; an infant brother, Hobart Harkins; and one sister, Evelyn Harkins.
     Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Miltonsburg, with Father David Gaydosik as celebrant.
     Burial will follow in St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Miltonsburg. Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield. Vigil services are at 8:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Miller, Helen J. Miller, nee Parsons

Source: The Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal - Saturday, January 18, 2003

Helen J. Miller (nee Parsons), 81, died Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2003.

Born Sept. 20, 1921, in Kenmore, she was a life resident of Barberton, a member of Lakeview United Methodist Church, and retired from Lawson's in 1983 after 17 years service.

She was preceded in death by parents, Joseph and Sylvia; stepmother, Mary Grace Parsons; brothers, Harvey, James; and sisters, Genieva Tsack and Evelyn Snyder. Surviving are husband of 55 years, William H. of Barberton; daughter, Diana Heldt of Kent; son, Richard of Barberton; grandson, Thomas Ray Miller; great-granddaughter, Natalie; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday, 11 a.m., at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home, with Rev. Kathy Moody-Arndt officiating. Burial at Greenlawn Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Memorials may be made to Lakeview United Methodist Church. (Campfield-Hickman-Collier, 330-745-3161.)

Please sign the guestbook at www.ohio.com/obituaries.

Miller, Lewis Miller

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository - Thursday, November 27, 2003

Lewis Miller, age 76, of Louisville, passed away November 25, 2003. Survived by his wife, Barbara; one son, Glenn Miller; a brother, Jack Miller; and two grandchildren. Funeral services will be 7 p.m. Friday evening at Stier-Israel Funeral Home, Louisville with Pastor Kenneth Pugh officiating. Friends may call 6-7 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Masonic services will be 5:45 p.m. Friday.

(Stier-Israel, 330-875-1414)

Miller, Lloyd P. Miller

Source: newspaper clipping, Marietta, Ohio; 4 Nov 2003

Lloyd P. Miller, 85, of Jaycee Estates, Marietta, died Monday morning (Nov. 3, 2003) at Harmar Place.

He was born Feb. 14, 1918, in Hammondsville, Ohio, to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Miller. He spent his early years in Hammondsville and spent most of his life in the Marr community in Monroe County. For the past five years, he had made his home in Jaycee Estates. He had been a timber worker for many years and later had worked in the oil fields. He was a World War II veteran, and enjoyed ball games and the outdoors.

He is survived by one daughter, Joan Wilson of Marietta; three grandsons; one granddaughter; one great-grandson; one great-granddaughter; one great-great grandson; one great-great-granddaughter; one brother, William Miller of Barberton, Ohio; two half brothers, Henry Miller Jr. of Lewisville, Ohio, and James Miller of Ashland, Ohio, and two half sisters, Wanda Burkhart of Marr and Wilma Miller.

On Oct. 31, 1938, he married Mary Leona Johnson. She died Oct. 15, 1999. He was also preceded in death by his parents; and one sister, Ada Parsons.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at McClure-Shafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta. Burial is in Lebanon Cemetery. Friends may call from noon Wednesday until the hour of the service at the funeral home.

Miller, Louisa Miller, nee Shupe

Source: The Havre [Montana] Daily News; January 2004

Louisa Miller, 96, died of natural causes on Tuesday, December 30, 2003 at the Phillips County Good Samaritan Hospital in Malta. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 3, 2004 in the Harlem High School's Little Gym. Interment followed in the Harlem Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the Good Samaritan Center of Malta. Adams Funeral Home of Malta was in charge of arrangements.

Lou was born on July 1, 1907 in Eden, Utah to James and Rosetta (Bingham) Shupe. She was raised in Utah and Idaho, and came to Montana in 1919. On September 24, 1924 she married Henry F. Miller in Chinook and lived in Harlem for most of her life.

For many years she was a cook at Frip's Cafe in Harlem and the welcome mat was always out at her home. Everyone that stopped by was treated to delicious homemade goodies and it is said that deliverymen would arrive just as the bread or pies were coming out of the oven.

Although she was 60 when she started to bowl, Lou fell in love with the sport and Betty Hay (the only remaining member of her bowling team) and others remember how quickly she advanced into a top notch bowler. For several years in a row Lou was awarded the "Most Improved Bowler" at the annual banquet.

Everyone who knew her also knew that all of her life Lou loved to dance, and she is credited with teaching many young men around the county how to dance. She also enjoyed crocheting and quilting, and she made quilts for each of her grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She had resided at the Good Samaritan Center in Malta for the last four and a half years.

Survivors include three sons, Thomas J. (Gislea) [sic--Gisela] and Larry E. (Connie) Miller, both of Malta, and John R. "Jack" (Marge) Miller of Harlem; one sister, Florence; daughter-in-law Shelley Miller; plus numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband Henry F. Miller on January 12, 1967; five sons, Mike, Ben, Bill, Howard "Chub" and Danny Miller; a daughter, Pat; and four sisters, Iler Mae, Gladys, Vern and Dorothy; and three brothers, Michael William who died of influenza when he was four year's old, Ed and Jim.

Miller, Lucy Miller nee Wade

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, March 10, 2003
     LEWISVILLE, Ohio - Lucy Miller, 61, of 32031 Hartshorn Ridge Road died at 5:07 a.m. Saturday (March 8, 2003) at Grant Medical Center in Columbus. She was born Dec. 14, 1941, in Bergolz, Ohio, to Frank Tennison and Catherine E. Laney Wade. She was a homemaker and a foster mother of 35 years. She was a member of Stafford United Methodist Church at Stafford and Order of Eastern Star 584, Masterton Chapter, at Lebanon, Ohio.
     She is survived by her husband, Henry Miller Jr., whom she married on June 13, 1963; one son, Henry Timothy Lee Miller and his wife, Mary Lou, of Woodsfield; three daughters, Jlea Kay Booth and her husband, Jerald, of Whipple, Katrina Misty Dawn Miller at home, and Connie Sue Ramsey and her husband, Robert, of Bedford, Ohio; her father of Summerfield; her mother of Lewisville; three sisters, Bonnie Crock and her husband, Leander, of Caldwell, Saundra Hooper and her husband, Jack, of Cumberland, Ohio, and Sherry Wade of Caldwell; five brothers, Frank Tennison Wade and his wife, Marjorie, of Bergolz, Ohio, Will Wade and his wife, M. Jeannette, of Summerfield, Robert Lee Wade and his wife, Joyce, of Cumberland, Grover Wade of Summerfield and James Newland and his wife, Connie, of Summerfield; her stepmother, Sue Wade of Summerfield; several grandchildren, including Ashley and Marlee Miller, Kourtney and Tanner Booth and Robert Ramsey Jr.; several nieces and nephews; and countless children whom she raised at the family home.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Gary Fitzgerald officiating. Burial is in Stafford Cemetery in Stafford, Ohio. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home. Eastern Star services are at 7:30 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Miller, Wanda Grace Miller, nee Carpenter

Source: The Coschocton [Ohio] Tribune; 11 Sep 2003

COSHOCTON -- Wanda Grace Miller, 65, of County Road 58, died Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2003, at Fairfield Medical Center, Lancaster.

Born Oct. 3, 1937, in Calais, Monroe County, she was the daughter of the late Otto and Harriet (Leach) Carpenter.

A graduate of Dennison High School she was a machine operator for Annin Flag Company.

She enjoyed playing bingo.

Surviving are a daughter, Debbie Miller and a son Mike Miller, both of Coshocton; a granddaughter, Jocelyn Miller; four brothers, Denny Carpenter of Dennison, Tom Carpenter of Uhrichsville, William Carpenter of Uhrichsville, Clayton Carpenter of Newcomerstown; three sisters, Beulah Irene Henry of Uhrichsville, Linda Carpenter of Dennison; Wilma Briggs of New Philadelphia; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by two brothers, Jake Carpenter and Leonard Carpenter.

A time of remembrance will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12, 2003, at the Free Funeral Home in Coshocton, with the Rev Philip H. Hunt officiating.

The family will receive relatives and friends from 1 to 3 p.m. Friday prior to the remembrance time.

Interment will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, 2003, at Union Cemetery in Uhrichsville.

Minor, Nelma Jean Minor nee Allen or Corbett
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Minor, Nelma Jean Palmer, age 74, of Jacobsburg, died Friday, May 2, 2003 at Belmont Community Hospital, Bellaire. She was born May 11, 1928 at Armstrongs Mills, Ohio, daughter of the late Hugh Allen and Verda Ramsey Corbett McKenen and Meattus Corbett. She was a member of the Jacobsburg United Methodist Church and the United Methodist Women.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her first husband, Archie Ray Palmer; her second husband, Joseph Minor; and an infant daughter, Bessie May Minor.

Surviving are four daughters, Rose Ellen Ewing and her husband Bob and Verda June May all of Barnesville, Doris Ann Weiss and her husband David of San Antonio, Texas and Dessie Fay Baker and her husband Terry of Powhatan Point; three sons, Dale Palmer and his wife Debbie of Clarington, Larry Lee Palmer and his wife Debbie of St. Clairsville and Archie Ray Palmer of Barnesville; two sisters, Zelda May Selmon of New Martinsville, WV and Lena Rose of Chicago, IL; 12 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.Family and friends will be received at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg on Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m., where the services will be held on Monday at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Jacobsburg Cemetery, Jacobsburg, Ohio.

Monroe, Pauline A. Monroe

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, dated Monday, July 21, 2003

PAULINE A. MONROE 1919-2003 - WOODSFIELD - Pauline A. Monroe, 83, of Shadyside, died Thursday (July 17, 2003) at Crestview Health Care Center in Belmont County. Friends may call from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. on Monday at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home. 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Roger Brown officiating. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

Moore, Helen E. Moore

Source: The Marietta Times, Wednesday, November 19, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Helen E. Moore, 90, of the Monroe County Care Center, formerly of 105 Hancock Ave., Woodsfield, died Tuesday (Nov. 11, 2003) at the center. She was born Feb. 15, 1913, near Woodsfield to Neander and Helen Gerber Moore. She was a retired clerk for the former K-V Store at Woodsfield with 29 1/2 years of service. She was a member of First United Methodist Church at Woodsfield, where she was a member of the United Methodist Women's Group. She was also a member of Order of Eastern Star 268 at Woodsfield, American Association of Retired Persons Woodsfield Chapter and the Woodsfield Homemakers Club.

She is survived by several close friends, including Paul and Marie Ring, Paula Frank and Marc Ring, all of Woodsfield, Matthew Ring of Westerville, and Andrew Ring of Beverly.

She was preceded in death by her parents; one sister, Virgie Elliott; and one brother, George Moore.

Eastern Star services followed by services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with the Rev. Roger Brown officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 10 a.m. Thursday until the hour of the services at the funeral home.

Moore, J. Matthew Moore

Moore, John Matthew Moore

Source: The Evansville [Indiana] Courier & Press — Sunday, November 9, 2003

J Matthew Moore, 28

of Indiana

CANNELTON -- J. Matthew Moore, 28, died Friday evening, Nov. 7, 2003, as a result of an automobile accident on Indiana 37 in northern Perry County.

Matt was born on August 5, 1975, in Jasper, Indiana, son of John E. and Ann (Chappell) Moore, his parents survive him.

He was a 1993 graduate of Tell City High School, 1997 graduate of University of Evansville and a 2000 graduate of Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. He married the former Lucy Rhodes, May 20, 2000, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Cannelton. Before returning home to Perry County, Matt worked for Bamberger, Forman, Oswald & Hahn in Evansville and Mount Vernon. He established his own law office in Cannelton in December, 2002.

A former member of Sons of American Legion in Mount Vernon, he was a member of Tell City Kiwanis, Tell City Loyal Order of Moose 1424 and Tell City Jaycees. He also served on the board of directors for the Animal Shelter of Perry County and most recently a member of Cannelton Democrat's Election Committee. Matt was starting his second season as junior high boy's basketball coach at Cannelton and enjoyed spending time with the youth in his community. A member of St. Michael Catholic Church, he served as a eucharistic minister, lector and was recently elected to serve on the pastoral council.

An avid sports fan, Matt held season tickets for the Indianapolis Colts and enjoyed the Indiana Pacers and Indiana University basketball. Matt was especially fond of his dogs, Socrates, Josie and Sadie.

He is survived by his wife, Lucy (Rhodes) Moore, Cannelton, Ind.; his parents,John E. and Ann (Chappell) Moore, Santa Claus, Ind.; a sister, K.C. Moore-Waller, Athens, Ga.; a nephew he was raising, Zach Criss of Cannelton; and his grandmother, Margaret Chappell, Jasper, Ind.

Funeral services will be 10 a.m. EST Monday, November 10, 2003, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Cannelton, with burial in New Cliff Cemetery in Cannelton.

Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. on Sunday and from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Monday at Huber Funeral Home, Cannelton Chapel. There will be a Loyal Order of the Moose memorial service at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday evening at the funeral home followed by a parish prayer service. Rev. Barnabas Gillespie, OSB, will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to Perry County Community Foundation to establish a scholarship in his memory. Remembrances may be made online at www.huberfuneralhome.net.

Moore, Ruth V. Moore nee Biles

Source: Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated September 5, 2003

Ruth V. Moore, 92, of Alledonia, died Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2003 at Monroe County Care Center. She was born April 20, 1911 in Armstrongs Mills, a daughter of the late William and Mary Pugh Biles. Ruth was a homemaker and a retired farmer, she was a member of the Armstrongs Mills Church of Christ.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Johnnie Moore, two brothers, Kenneth and Leonard Biles.

Surviving are a son Gerald (Brenda) Moore of Pomeroy, Ohio and a daughter, Karen Moore of Massillon; two grandchildren, Jerry Moore and Lolisa Dippolito; eight great-grand, three sisters, Katherine Fielding of Alledonia, Bernice Book of Beallsville, and Gladys Brock of Zanesville.

Friends will be received Friday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Kelly - Kemp - Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, where services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m., with Minister Bud Burke officiating. Burial follows in Beallsville Cemetery.

Morris, Chester L. Morris

Source--News Clipping Published--September 2003

Morris, Chester L., 79, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, September 22, 2003 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

He was born to Dory and Alda Morris on March 11, 1924 in Fly, Ohio He served his country in the United States Navy during World War II and retired form the United States Postal Service in 2000.

He is survived by his wife, Mildred Morris; three sons, Victor Morris and his wife Theresa, Kenneth Seales and wife Martha, and David Seales; three daughters, Ellen Dorow, Gail Wade and husband Jimmy, and Linda Snider and husband Ron; nine grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; and grandson Bennie Hawkins.

Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 24, 2003 in the Rest-Haven Funeral Home Chapel with interment following in Rest-Haven Memory Gardens. Rest Haven Funeral Home, South West 104th at Walker

Morrison, Mary Morrison nee Hines

Source: The Marietta Times, Saturday, July 26, 2003

SYCAMORE VALLEY, Ohio - Mary Morrison, 93, of 39018 Sandbar Road, Sycamore Valley, died at 6:20 a.m. Thursday (July 24, 2003) at the Marietta Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Marietta. She was born March 20, 1910, near Stafford to Nahum and Sarah "Sadie" Brown Hines. She was a homemaker and was a member of the Creighton Ridge Church of Christ near Sycamore Valley.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Morrison, in 1980; her parents; two sisters, Freda McConnell and Nellie Hartshorn; one brother, Heber Hines; one stepson, Clayton Morrison; and one great-grandson, Logan Daniel Morrison.

She is survived by two sons, Larry Morrison and his wife, Barbara, of Marietta, and Mark Morrison of Woodsfield; nine grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Services are at 2 p.m. Sunday at the Creighton Ridge Church of Christ near Sycamore Valley with Dana Morrison officiating. Burial is in Creighton Ridge Cemetery in Sycamore Valley. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield and from 1 p.m. until time for the services on Sunday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Creighton Ridge Cemetery Association, 36800 Ohio 260, Sycamore Valley, Ohio 43789.

Moyer, Robert W. Moyer

Source: The Findlay [Ohio] Courier - Wednesday, May 14, 2003

PANDORA -- Robert W. (Bob) Moyer, 80, of Heather Lane, Pandora died 7:09 AM Tuesday, May 13, 2003 at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima.

Mr. Moyer was born July 16, 1922 at Mt. Cory to Myron and Ruth (Hauenstein) Moyer. On February 9, 1946 he married Marjorie L. Jackson in Colorado and she survives.

Also surviving are two sons, Thomas (Jane) Moyer of Wauseon, Dean (Cass) Moyer of Boone, NC. and one daughter, Diane (Mike) Fields of Mt. Cory. Six grandsons, Andrew (Jacki), Ben, (Jessica), Ethan and Wesley Moyer and Brian and Austin LaRue. One great grandson Payton Moyer. He is also survived by a sister Evelyn Reese of Pandora.

He was preceded in death by a son Jim Moyer.

Mr. Moyer was a farmer and bus driver for Mt. Cory School. He also drove for Cardinal Bus Sales and was a rural mail carrier. He was a member of the Pandora United Methodist Church and served on the Landmark and Farm Bureau boards. Mr. Moyer was a 1940 graduate of Mt. Cory High School and WWII Army Air Force veteran.

Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM Friday at the Pandora United Methodist Church with Rev. Mark Hollinger officiating. Burial will be at Clymer Cemetery near Mt. Cory. Visitation will be from 2-4 and 6-9 PM Thursday at Chiles and Sons-Laman Funeral Home, Bluffton. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lift Fund at the Pandora United Methodist Church.

Mozena, Clara L. Mozena nee Eikleberry

Source: Marietta Times, Thursday, March 6, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Clara L. Mozena, 91, of Church Street, Woodsfield, died Tuesday (March 4, 2003) in the Monroe County Care Center at Woodsfield.
She was born Oct. 21, 1911, in Monroe County to James and Mary Angelina Henthorn Eikleberry. She was a member of West Union Church of Christ.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Mozena, in 1977; three brothers, Homer, George and Clark Mozena; and three sisters, Grace Jackson, Hazel Edington and Nellie Howell.
     She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Tim Fleeman officiating. Burial is in West Union Cemetery near Sardis. Friends will be received from 4 to 9 p.m. Friday at the funeral home.

Murphy, John E. Murphy

Source: The Billings [Montana] Gazette; July 26, 2003

John E. Murphy, 65, passed away July 25, 2003. He will be missed by all who knew him and loved him.

John was born to Charles and Adelaide Murphy in Chicago. The third of four boys, John was raised in Chicago and later in Kentucky with his grandparents. His first adventure was as a Marine and then a Chicago policeman. He met and married Ardys Wilson and from this union, there were three children. They moved to Montana in 1973, and there he lived until his passing.

He was preceded in death by his parents and older brother Charles. He is survived by his family, Ardys Murphy (Billings), Kim Auch (Jeff), Worden, Kevin Murphy (Marti), Colstrip, Kellie Mohar (Tracy), Rock Springs, Wyo., and his brothers, William Murphy (Billings) and Ed Murphy (Ellen) of Chicago. Also, his beloved grandchildren that he lived for and cherished above all: Heather, Nick, Austin, Aubree, Ashlee and Caitlin.

Memorial services are Monday, July 28, at 11 a.m., at Smith's Downtown Chapel. All are welcome.

Neuhardt, Charles P. Neuhardt

Source: The Barnesville Enterprise, Barnesville, Ohio; 29 Oct 2003

Charles P. Neuhardt, 83, of Barnesville, died Monday (Oct. 27, 2003) in Columbus.

He was born Feb. 11, 1920, in Barnesville, son of the late Edmund and Lillie (Thornberry) Neuhardt.

Mr. Neuhardt was a retired carpenter, and a U.S. Army veteran, having served in World War II.

He was a member of VFW Post 2792 in Barnesville.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn Carpenter Neuhardt; a daughter, Marilyn Benear; four brothers, John Howard, Wilmer, Albert and Kenneth Neuhardt; and a sister, Donna Jean Neuhardt.

He leaves two sons, Phillip Neuhardt II and Dennis Neuhardt, both of Columbus; three sisters, Marie Bailey of Hendersonville, Tenn., Martha Wells of Barnesville and Rita Sampson of Bethesda; grandchildren, Ashley, Ben, Christin and Martin Neuhardt, Joe Johnson and Jamie Benear; and a great-grandson.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday at Campbell-Plumly-Milburn Funeral Home, Barnesville, where services will follow at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Gene Miller officiating.

Burial will follow at Friends Cemetery, Quaker City. Military services will be conducted by the Belmont County Veterans Council of VFW.

Newsome, Scott Newsome
Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, May 31, 2003

LEWISVILLE - Scott Newsome, 65, of 34070 Township 55, Lewisville, died at 4:42 a.m. Friday (May 30, 2003) at Regency Hospital of Akron in Barberton. He was born Nov. 24, 1937, in Pikeville, Ky., to Lonza and Nellie Hamilton Newsome. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a retired forklift operator for the Ford Motor Co. in Cleveland and was a member of American Legion in Beallsville, and Loyal Order of Moose Lodge in Woodsfield.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara Pierce Newsome, whom he married on May 21, 1982; his mother of Pikeville; three sons, Preston Newsome of Jerusalem, Ohio, David Newsome at home and Kelly Newsome and his wife, Cindy, of Kent; two daughters, Rhonda Butler of Cuyahoga Falls, and Kimberly Holcomb and her husband, Tim, of Tallmadge; three brothers, Clyde Newsome and his wife, Norma, of Lewisville, Millard Newsome and his wife, Rose, of Robinson Creek, Ky., and Jimmy Newsome and his wife, Gail, of Virgie, Ky.; two sisters, Shirley Branham and her husband, Vernie, of Akron and Joann Little and her husband, Daryl, of
Virgie; six grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Friends will be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield. Friends will then be received from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday at Lucas-Hall Funeral Home in Robinson Creek, Ky., where services will be at 1 p.m. Monday with Don Blake Little and others officiating. Burial will follow in Newsome Family Cemetery at Booker Fork, Ky., with full military graveside services.

Norris, Celestia Etta Norris, nee McCammon
Source--Monroe County Beacon Woodsfield, Ohio

Norris, Celestia Etta, 87, (Ozark) Jerusalem, died January 25, 2003 near Ozark at the home of her daughter, with whom she resided. She was born March 13, 1915, near Woodsfield, a daughter of the late Alexander and Etta Tracy McCammon. She was a member of the Church of Christ, Ozark, a retired school cook, farmer and homemaker.

Surviving are a son, Keith Norris, and his wife, Darlene,(Wilson), Beallsville; two daughters, Mrs. Charles (Linda) Schaefer, (Ozark) Beallsville and Mrs. Gary (Diana) Kenny, Byesville; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Floyd C. Norris; an infant daughter, Joetta; sister, Margaret McCammon; two brothers, Robert and Lee McCammon.

Friends were received Jan. 28, at Harper Funeral Home, Beallsville, where services were held Jan.29, at 11 a.m. with Evangelist Donald Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield. Memorial contributions may be made to the Beallsville EMS, c/o Vicky Miller, 51861 SR 145, Beallsville, Ohio 43716.

Norris, Eleanor Nan Norris nee Frum

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Wednesday, November 5, 2003

AKRON - Eleanor Nan Norris, 82, of Akron, formerly of Woodsfield, died Monday (Nov. 3, 2003) at Akron City Hospital. She was born June 30, 1921, in Morgantown, W.Va., to Wayne and Martha Virginia Daugherty Frum. She was a homemaker and a member of Manchester Baptist Church.

She is survived by one son, Eddie Kirkbride of Akron; three daughters, Vera Crooks, Margaret Blake and Cathy Albright, all of Akron; five sisters, Dorothy Ricer of Woodsfield, Stella Townsend of Columbus, Mary Frum of Georgia, Carolyn Mullis of Georgia and Martha Smith of Kentucky; and 66 grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles W. Norris, in 1999; one son, David W. Norris; one daughter, Frances Woods; two grandsons, Greg Albright and Dale Norris; one sister, Charlotte Hedrick; and one brother, Donald Frum.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield. Burial is in Neuhart Cemetery near Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Norris, Lester Norris
SOURCE: Canton (OH) Repository - 29 Sept 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
Lester Norris, age 74, of Canton, OH, passed away on Saturday, September 27, 2003 at Aultman Hospital. Born in Woodsfield, OH, to the late Clarence and Lorena (Baker) Norris. Lester worked for the Timken Company as a truck driver for 30 years before is retirement in 1989. Prior to his work at Timken, Lester served in the U.S. Army where he reached the rank of Private 1st Class and was a World War II Veteran. He was a member of the VFW and the McKinley Eagles 2370 and was also an avid fisherman. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Walton Norris; and two sisters, Ruth Huffman and Gennevive Price. Survivors include his loving wife of 21 years, Charlotte (McCray) Norris; son, Michael Norris; daughters, Karen (Tony) Bowers and Rhonda (Michael) Shaeffer; stepchildren, David (Linda) Riffle and Kaye (Chuck) Shackle; sister, Eva Jean (Donald) Brown; and grandsons, Michael and Gary Shaeffer; there are also six step - grandchildren, three great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews surviving. Funeral services will be conducted on Tuesday at 11 a.m. in the Reed Funeral Home with Pastor Craig Ott and Pastor Doug Simpson officiating. Calling hours will be on Monday (today) from 5-8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations my be made in Lester’s name to the Perry Christian Church.

Oliver, James Earl Oliver

Source: The Bowling Green [Kentucky] Daily News; 5 Feb 2003

James Earl Oliver, 57, of Bowling Green died at 1:12 p.m. March 4, 2003, at The Medical Center. The Warren County native was a retired postal clerk, former owner of Olivers Used Cars, a member of American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Moose Lodge, Kentucky National Guard and Andrew Baptist Church. He was a son of James Garland Oliver and Norene Miller May, both of Bowling Green, who survive.

Funeral will be at 1 p.m. Friday at J.C. Kirby & Son Funeral Home, Lovers Lane chapel, with burial in Bowling Green Gardens. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Other survivors include his wife, Elizabeth Liz Cowles Oliver; two daughters, Gina Rodriguez and Jamie Oliver, both of Bowling Green; three brothers, James W. May* and Ricky May,* both of Bowling Green, and Corey Oliver of Indianapolis; two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews

* Note: James May and Ricky May are stepbrothers. Submitted by Paula Frichtl.

O'Neil, Helen O'Neil, nee Matz

Source: The Marion [Indiana] Chronicle Tribune; 26 Aug 2003

Oct. 19, 1909 - Aug. 24, 2003

UPLAND -- Helen O'Neil, 93, died Sunday in University Nursing Center.

She was born in Lewisville, Ohio, the daughter of the late Christian and Louise Matz. The homemaker assisted her late husband, John O'Neil, in the insurance agency.

Survivors include a son, John, Cos Cob, Conn.; and a sister, Marg Matz, Ashland, Ohio.

Private graveside services will be Wednesday in Grant Memorial Park cemetery, Marion.

There is no visitation.

Jones Smith Funeral Home, 259 N. Main St., handled the arrangements.

Orland, Jerry W. Orland

Source: The Journal Gazette, Fort Wayne, Indiana - Tuesday, February 11, 2003

OBITUARIES: Northeast Indiana and Northwest Ohio

Jerry W. Orland, 52

JERRY W. ORLAND, 52, died Sunday at home. Born in Beech Grove, he worked in auto body repair in the Warsaw area for 30 years. He also owned and operated Orland Concessions for five years.

Surviving are his wife, Cynthia Brown; and four cousins, Carol Early, Albert Hendricks, Nancy Sanford and Bonnie Watts, all of Indianapolis.

Services at 10 a.m. Thursday at Titus Funeral Home, Warsaw. Calling from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday. Burial in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw. Memorials to Kosciusko Home Care and Hospice, P.O. Box 1196, Warsaw, IN 46581-1196.

Palmer, Bertha Palmer nee May
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Palmer, Bertha, 83 of Clover Ridge Rd., Jacobsburg died Thursday, July 10, 2003 at her home. She was born February 5, 1920 in Jacobsburg a daughter of the late William French May and Lucy Bennett May. She was a homemaker, mother and member of the Grandview Christian Church on Clover Ridge.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Herman Edward Palmer; a daughter, Helen Irene Boyles; and a sister, Edna Palmer.

Surviving are two sons, William Edward "Sonny" Palmer and his wife Audrey and Gary Ray Palmer and his wife Risa both of Jacobsburg; a daughter, Sandra Kay Johnson and her husband Jim of Jacobsburg; five brothers, Albert May and Arthur R. "Huck" May both of Powhatan Point; Herbert F. May of Shadyside, Joseph E. May of
Clarington, and William E. May of Florida; four sisters, Myrtle Palmer and Helen Powell both of Jacobsburg, Ethel Bier of Clarington, and Betty Lou Sheets of St. Clairsville; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and 9 great great grandchildren. Friends will be received on Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 2 to 4 & 6 to 9 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg where services will be held on Monday, July 14, 2003 at 1:00 p.m. with Ministers Richard Baumberger and Wayne Clark officiating. Burial follows in Powhatan Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Grandview Christian Church.

Palmer, Charles Palmer

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated Monday, April 28, 2003
     Charles B. Palmer, 74, of Keylor Road, Woodsfield, died Sunday, April 27, 2003, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 3, 1937, in Columbus, Ohio, a son of the late Basil Palmer and Vera Tillet Palmer. Charles was retired, a member of the Beallsville First Christian Church, he served his country during World War II in the Army, a member of the Barnesville VFW, and the Monroe County CB Club.
     In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Ruth Henthorn Palmer, his second wife, Doris Johnson Palmer, an infant granddaughter; two brothers, Roger and George Palmer, half- brothers, James Smith and Leroy and Victory Rowley; a sister, Jane Palmer Mellott and a half-sister, Gertrude Rowley Truax.
     Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Ray (Phyllis) Ady of Marshallville, Ohio and Mrs. Greg (Shirley) Brown of Woodsfield; a son, Charles (Chuck) and wife Linda Palmer of Barnesville; a step-daughter, Crystal Thomas of Massillon, an adopted son, Edward Pittman of Wooster; 13 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren, 1 great, great grandchild; a sister, Shelvie Boles of Beallsville; a brother, Lawrence (Sonny) Palmer of Woodsfield and a half-brother, Hubert Rowley of Barnesville.
     Friends will be received Tuesday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, 702 East Main St., Barnesville, where services will be held Wednesday at 11 a.m. with Minister Wayne Clark officiating. Burial in Jerusalem Cemetery, with full military graveside services by Belmont County Council VFW.   Memorial contributions may be made to the Schiffer Cancer Center, c/o Wheeling Medical Park Hospital, or the American Red Cross.

Partlow, Evelyn L. Partlow, nee Shelton

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch - Friday, October 3, 2003

PARTLOW Evelyn L. Partlow, age 68, of Pickerington, died Thursday, October 2, 2003 at her residence. Born April 30, 1935 in Monroe County, Ohio to the late James and Leora (Weber) Shelton. She was a member of Seton Parish Catholic Church.

Survived by her husband, Francis of nearly 50 years; daughter, Lorraine (John) Thomas, Hendersonville, NC; son, Douglas (Barbara) Partlow, Columbus; grandchildren, Kendra (Jay) Lee, Steven and Paul Thomas, Nicole, David, Christopher and Brittney Partlow; sisters, Wanda Ritterbeck, Columbus, Ann (Richard Jones) Shelton-Jones, Annapolis, MD; brother, James (Susie) Shelton, Harrisburg, PA; nieces and nephews.

Friends may visit 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday at the DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME, 550 Hill Road N. (St. Rt. 256), Pickerington. Funeral Mass will be 10 a.m. Saturday at Seton Parish Church, 600 Hill Road N., with Fr. James Klima, Celebrant. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. A Vigil Service will be held 2 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com.

Patterson, Alvin Eugene 'Gene' Patterson

Source: The Marietta Times, Wednesday, March 12, 2003
     NEW MATAMORAS - Alvin Eugene "Gene" Patterson, 69, of 105 Morningside Drive died at 11:55 a.m. Monday (March 10, 2003) at Regency Hospital of Akron in Barberton, Ohio. He was born March 18, 1933, in Jericho, Benton Township, Monroe County, to William Harold and Marie C. Dye Hensel. He graduated from Graysville High School in 1951, and served in the Army during the Korean War.
     He had worked for Hercules in Canton; Nichols Bakery in Ashland, Ohio; Pittsburgh Plate Glass Chemical Division in Barberton, Ohio, and in New Martinsville, W.Va.; and retired from Ashland (Ohio) Public Library after seven years.
     He was a member of Matamoras United Methodist Church, the Jolly Grange at Brownsville, Monroe County, and was a life member of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 6387 at New Matamoras.
     He is survived by his wife, Marilyn Patterson, whom he married Dec. 28, 1991, in New Matamoras; three stepsons, Brian Hunt of Cincinnati, Todd Hunt of Redondo Beach, Calif., and Mark Hunt and his wife, Debi, of Greenwood, S.C.; his mother of New Matamoras; two grandchildren; and his faithful dog, Princess.
     He was preceded in death by his father on Oct. 15, 1995; an infant son, Kevin Patterson; and an infant daughter, Beth Patterson.
     Memorial services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Matamoras United Methodist Church with the Rev. Barry Dillon officiating. Private military services followed by burial will be in Jericho Cemetery at the convenience of the family. The family will receive friends at Hadley Funeral Home, New Matamoras, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday.

Peterson, Anitra L. Peterson, nee Roberts

Source: The Martins Ferry [Ohio] Times Leader; 27 Jan 2003

Anitra L. (Roberts) Peterson, 66, of Pine Hollow Rd., Bridgeport, Ohio, died Saturday, Jan. 25, 2003 at Wheeling Hospital, Wheeling, W. Va. She was born Sept. 3, 1936 in Martins Ferry, a daughter of Pauline L. Morrison Roberts and the late Virgil L. Roberts.

In addition to her father she was preceded in death by her husband Cecil L. Peterson and a son Chief Petty Officer Mark D. Peterson.

Survivors include her mother of Martins Ferry, three daughters, Christi (Michael) Altmeyer of Wheeling, Vickie Lyle of Benwood, and Debbie Neavin-Dozal of Alverado, Texas, a brother John K. Roberts of Bellaire, six grandchildren and six great grandchildren.

Friends will be received Tuesday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Heslop Funeral Home, Walnut at Fifth, Martins Ferry, Ohio, where services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2003 at 1 p.m. with Reverend J. William DeMoss officiating.

Burial follows in Holly Memorial Gardens, Pleasant Grove.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Sunset and Colerain Fire Departments.

Peterson, Dale Ray Peterson

Source: The Barnesville Enterprise, Barnesville, Ohio; 4 Jun 2003

Dale Ray Peterson, 72, of Woodsfield, died Saturday (May 24, 2003) at his home.

He was born April 11, 1931, in Belmont County, son of the late Leroy and Elsie (Morris) Peterson.

Mr. Peterson retired from Ormet Corp. in Hannibal, following 35 years of service.

He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of First Baptist Church of Woodsfield.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane (Thomas) Peterson in March 1992; two brothers, Rex and Cecil Peterson; and a granddaughter, Tricia Forshey.

He leaves three daughters, Mrs. Terry (Thelma) Forshey, Georgia Rohal and Cindy Peterson, all of Woodsfield; a sister, Mrs. Bill (Cleda) May of Woodsfield; a brother, Vincent (Dinah) Peterson of Fowler; seven grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

Friends were received Wednesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services were held Thursday with the Rev. ___y* Mills officiation.

Burial followed in the Goudy Cemetery, near Woodsfield.

*Submitter's Note: There was a blotch on my copy of the obituary here, and the name could not be read.

Peterson, Dale Ray Peterson

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Wednesday, May 28, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Dale Ray Peterson, 72, of Bondi Ridge Road died Saturday (May 24, 2003) at his home. He was born April 11, 1931, in Belmont County to Leroy and Elsie Morris Peterson. He was a retired 35-year employee of Ormet Corp. at Hannibal. He was a U.S. Army veteran and a member of First Baptist Church of Woodsfield.
     He is survived by three daughters, Thelma Forshey and her husband, Terry, Georgia Rohal and Cindy Peterson, all of Woodsfield; one sister, Cleda May and her husband, Bill, of Woodsfield; one brother, Vincent Peterson and his wife, Dinah, of Fowler, Ohio; seven grandchildren, Danny Stewart and his wife, Stacy, David Stewart and his wife, Cheryl, Tammy Jones and her husband, John, Jackie Rohal, Georgia Mae Stephens, Jay Rohal and Tarrin Haslam and her husband, Clyde; and 13 great-grandchildren.
     He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Jane Thomas Peterson, in March 1992; two brothers, Rex and Cecil Peterson; and one granddaughter, Tricia Forshey.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Tommy Mills officiating. Burial is in Goudy
Cemetery near Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 3 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Pflager, Jack Robert Pflager

Source: The Fort Morgan [Colorado] Times; 21 Feb 2003

Jack Robert Pflager dies

Jack* Robert Pflager, 83, died Feb. 19 at his home in Fort Morgan.

Pflager was born Jan. 27, 1920 in Fort Morgan to Josh Pflager and Erma Williams.

He lived in Fort Morgan, then worked in Denver until he was inducted into the Army. He served in the Army’s 759th Light Tank Battalion Company B from May of 1942 to August of 1946. Pflager was a light tank crewman serving in Normandy, Northern France.

He took part in the Normandy Omaha Beach Invasion. In August 1944 he was wounded when his tank hit a land mine.

Pflager was hospitalized in Springfield, Missouri for 2 ½ years then discharged as a Disabled American Veteran.

His military decorations included Good Conduct Medal, Sharpshooter Medal, Fame Theater Ribbon with two Bronze Stars, American Theater Ribbon and the Purple Heart.

After his discharge Pflager returned to Fort Morgan and worked 40 years as a mechanic in spite of his 80 percent disability. He was a member of the VFW and Disabled American Veterans.

In 1952 he married Norma Mares in Fort Morgan. He retired in 1987.

Pflager enjoyed gardening.

He is survived by his wife Norma, son Jack W. Pflager of Fort Morgan, Brother Dale Pflager of Fort Morgan, Step-daughter Cheryl Mares of Amherst, Virginia, Step-sons John Mares of Ignacio, Colorado and Michael Mares of Fort Morgan, four step-grandchildren, eleven step-greatgrandchildren and one step-great great grandchild.

His death was preceded by the death of his parents, five sisters: Viola, Elizabeth, Virginia, Betty and Bonnie and step-granddaughter Karla Mares.

There was cremation. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Donations in Jack Robert Pflager’s memory may be made to the VFW or Disabled American Veterans.

Piatt, James 'Fish' Howard Piatt
Source: The Marietta Times dated Wednesday, May 21, 2003
    GRAYSVILLE - James "Fish" Howard Piatt, 70, of Hartshorn Ridge died Tuesday (May 20, 2003) at his home. He was born Aug. 24, 1932, in Monroe County to John C. and Golda Hendershot Piatt. He was a Korean War veteran. He was retired from Conalco Aluminum Corp. at Hannibal and was actively involved in the Monroe County Fair Board for many years.
     He is survived by one son, James "Pete" C. Piatt of Georgia; two daughters, Linda May Rush and her husband, Randy, of Miltonsburg, Ohio, and Anna Christene Hoskinson and her husband, Donnie, of Woodsfield; four grandchildren, Darren L. Hines, Melissa D. Hoskinson, Matthew D. Hoskinson and Michele A. Hoskinson; and one great-grandchild, Tyler L. Hines.
     He was preceded in death by his wife, Alice Lucille Piatt; an infant child at birth; one sister, Helena Cline; and one brother, Walter Piatt.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Harold Kinney officiating. Burial is in Pleasant Ridge Cemetery near Graysville. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Pitman, Celestia Jean Pitman, nee Leach

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository; 12 Nov 2003 Celestia Jean Pitman, age 80, of Canton, died Monday evening in Aultman Woodlawn following a brief illness. Daughter of the late Charles and Julia Leach. She was a Canton area resident most of her life and a member of the Canton Baptist temple where she had worked in the Nursery many years. Celestia’s favorite past time was working in her yard and caring for her flowers.

She is also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Z. Pitman in 1990, two brothers and three sisters. She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Bob and Carol Pitman of North Lawrence, Stokes and Jerry Pitman of Canton; two daughters and sons-in-law, Elizabeth and Roy Young Jr., of Magnolia, Waneta and Jim Roffey* of Newark; seven grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; one sister, Geraldine McCoy of Canton; one brother, Robert Leach of Brewster.

Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Kreighbaum Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Ave with Delaney Young officiating. Interment in Forest Hill Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 p.m. and one hour before services on Friday (10-11 a.m.) Kreighbaum-Sanders, 330-484-2525

*Submitter's Note: On the SURVIVING SPOUSE, CHILDREN, NEXT OF KIN, LEGATEES AND DEVISEES document filed in the Probate Court of Stark County, Ohio, this name was spelled ROFEY.

Pitman, Celestia Jean Pitman, nee Leach

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository; 13 Nov 2003 Celestia Jean Pitman. Services will be Friday at 11 a.m. in the Kreighbaum Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Ave with Delaney Young officiating. Interment in Forest Hill Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday 6-8 p.m. and one hour before services on Friday (10-11 a.m.) Kreighbaum-Sanders, 330-484-2525

Pope, Larry L. Pope

Source: The Franklin [Indiana] Daily Journal [as posted on findagrave.com]; 12 May 2003

EDINBURGH

Larry L. Pope, 62, died Friday, April 11, 2003, at Johnson Memorial Hospital in Franklin. He was a resident of Edinburgh.

He was born Jan. 13, 1941, in Muncie. His parents were Emil Leroy and Nettie (Briddle) Pope. He married Wilma L. (Owens) Pope on July 26, 1971. She survives. Other survivors include four sons, Scott Pope of Indianapolis, Derick Pope of Columbus and James Pope and Chris Pope, both of Edinburgh; three daughters, Tammy Reel of Columbus and Heather Pope and Jennifer Pope, both of Indianapolis; three brothers, Eugene Pope of San Antonio, Texas, Donald Pope of Spencer and Steve Pope of Edinburgh; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was formerly employed by Love Heating & Air Conditioning in Indianapolis in the parts department.

He attended Edinburgh Apostolic Tabernacle Church.

The Revs. Mark Myers and Grover Myers will conduct a service at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Eskew-Eaton Funeral Home in Edinburgh. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Burial will be at Rest Haven Cemetery in Edinburgh.

Pope, Scott D. Pope

Source: as posted on findagrave.com by: Rochelle Riordan; 25 or 26 Jul 2003

Scott D. Pope, 96, of Waldron, died Thursday, July 24, 2003, at Waldron Health Care Home in Waldron.

Born July 28, 1906, in Shelby County, he was the son of Marion and Carrie (Hammond) Pope. He married Stella Bales on June 1, 1930, and she preceded him in death on Nov. 4, 1985.

Survivors include one son, Jack (wife, Pat) Pope of Waldron; two daughters, Lou Ann (husband, Joe) Franklin of Shelbyville and Fay (husband, Robert) Iorio of Crown Point; three grandchildren, Vicki Franklin of Shelbyville; Stephen Pope of Waldron and Dominic Iorio of Hebron; five great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

He also was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters.

Mr. Pope was a lifelong Waldron resident.

He was owner and operator of Pope's Store in Waldron from 1929 until selling the business to his daughter and son-in-law in 1984. He retired in 1988.

Mr. Pope was one of the first members of Waldron Volunteer Fire Department and founder of Waldron Community Club.

He was a member of Waldron United Methodist Church, where he was a Sunday school teacher and superintendent; Administrative Council; Emeritas; and 50-year member of Waldron Masonic Lodge.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m., with a Masonic Service at 8 p.m., Sunday at Glen E. George Funeral Home, 106 E. Franklin St. in St. Paul.

Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the funeral home, with the Rev. Cameron Manifold officiating.

Burial will be in Van Pelt Cemetery in Shelby County.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Shelby County or Waldron United Methodist Church, in care of Glen E. George Funeral Home, 106 E. Franklin St., St. Paul, IN 47272.

Pope, William "Bill" Pope

Source: The Banner, (Bonita Springs, Florida) - Wednesday, March 5, 2003

Deceased Name: William "Bill" Pope

William "Bill" Pope, 67, of Bonita Springs, formerly of Fremont, Ind., passed away Feb. 14, 2003, in his home. Mr. Pope He was born June 20, 1935, in Shelbyville, Ind.

Mr. Pope retired as manager of the Michigan GTE Yellow Pages. He was a director of Wenzel Metal Spinners in Fremont, Ind., and Scottsboro, Ala. He was a senior PBA bowler, member of the American Legion in Grand Haven, Mich., and a charter member of the Elks Lodge in Angola, Inc. He attended Indiana University and was an avid IU basketball fan (and Texas Tech). He was a serious golfer and a long-time member of the USGA, serving on rating and officiating teams while in Florida.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Phyllis Beams Pope of Bonita Springs; one daughter, Katherine (Pope) Burke of Bradenton, Fla.; sons J. Douglas of Indianapolis, Ind., G. Bradley of Little Rock, Ark., David Dodge of Little Rock, Ark., and Rick Dodge of Collierville, Tenn.; and four grandchildren.

Visitation and services were held in the Beams Funeral Home in Fremont, Ind., on Feb. 19 and 20. Burial was in the Lakeside Cemetery in Fremont.

Memorials may be made to Hope Hospice, 9470 Health Park Cir., Fort Myers, FL 33908, or to the ALS Association, 9887 4th St. N., Suite 201, St. Petersburg, FL 33702.

An informal memorial gathering will be held in the Fireside Room at the Bonita Bay Country Club from 2-4 p.m. Friday, March 7. Friends are invited to join the family in remembering Bill.

Porter, William A. Porter

Source: findagrave.com submitted by Juanita Sloan Lowrance; article from October, 2003

William A. Porter, age 67, of Lebanon, a sawmill foreman, died at 5:55 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2003, in St. John's Regional Health Center, Springfield. Services are 11 a.m. today in Cornerstone Assembly of God, Phillipsburg, with burial in Bear Thicket Cemetery under direction of Thieme-ShadelHicks Funeral Service at Colonial Chapel, Lebanon.

Potts, Eleanor Potts

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, OH, dated Thursday, September 4, 2003

Eleanor Elizabeth Potts, 87, of Long Ridge Road, Clarington, Ohio, died Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2003 at home. She was born June 19, 1916, in Glencoe, Ohio, the daughter of the late, Everett and Edith Burkey Kocher. She was a Methodist by faith and a member of the Rebecah Lodge, Hannibal.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Potts, a son, Robert Eugene Potts; two brothers, Roydon and John Kocher; four sisters, Waifwood Boston, Louetta Boston, Edith Wells and Anna Kocher; two grandsons, Steve Goddard and Scotty Joe Potts and a great-granddaughter, Chasity Leann Neely.

Surviving are three sons, Earl "Bud" Potts of Fremont, Ohio, Gary Potts of Jerusalem, Ohio and Herman (Darla) Potts of Woodsfield, Ohio; four daughters, Orvella (Larry) Neff of Middlebourne, W. Va., Beverly (Sam) Goddard of Clarington, Ohio, Lana (Martin) Baker of Woodsfield, Ohio and Bonnie (Tom) Detling of Tiltonsville, Ohio, a sister, Patty Emory of New Lexington, Ohio; 24 grandchildren, 38 great - grand children and three great-great grandchildren.

Family will receive friends on Wednesday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Drive, Clarington, Ohio, where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Tom Detling officiating. Interment in Emma Grove Cemetery, Hannibal, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church of donor's choice.

Potts, Shirley F. Potts, nee Claus

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, February 17, 2003
JERUSALEM - Shirley F. Potts, 60, of Ohio 800, Jerusalem, died Saturday (Feb. 15, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield. She was born July 30, 1942, in Monroe County to Harry Claus and Mildred Riser Claus. She was a member of Mount Hope Free Will Baptist Church near Marr.
     She is survived by her husband, Gary N. Potts; three sons, Duane Potts of Beallsville and Ronald Potts and Darrin Potts, both of Jerusalem; and three
grandchildren, Brandy Potts, Breanna Potts and James Michael Potts.
     She was preceded in death by her parents.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Rex Cox officiating. Burial is in Mount Hope
Cemetery near Marr. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Potts, Wayne Nelson Potts Sr.

Source: The Monroe County Beacon Thursday, December 11, 2003

Wayne Nelson Potts. Sr. 62, died Dec. 2, 2003, at his home in Titusville, Florida. He was born in Woodsfield. He worked for Franklin County Engineers for 28 years in Columbus, as a draftsman before going to Brevard County, Florida. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club of Titusville. He volunteered with the Boy Scouts of America for over 25 years, the Salvation Army and the Crippled Children’s Society of Ohio. He was a Field Youth Director for the National Camper’s and Hiker’s Association.

He is survived by his wife, A. Janet Potts, Rockledge; daughters, April (James) Browning, Titusville, and Chandra Elaine (James) Henderson, Minerva; sons, Wayne Nelson Potts Jr., Deland, Fla. and David Arthur Potts, Mims, Fla.; brothers, Dean Potts, Woodsfield, Clyde Potts, Wooster, and Meredith Potts, Marietta; a sister Wadna Dillon, Minerva; 15 grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.

Services were held Dec. 6 at North Brevard Funeral Home. Burial in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens, Titusville. Memorial donations may be made to Wuesthoff Brevard Hospice, 8060 Spyglass Hill Rd., Viera, FL 32940

Poulton, Ralph Poulton

Source: The Martins Ferry Times Leader, dated Saturday, June 14, 2003

Ralph Poulton, 81, of Columbus, died Wednesday, June 11, 2003 at Riverside Methodist Hospital. He is survived by wife of 55 years, Beryl, children Dennis (Kathy) Poulton of Cincinnati, Jeffrey (Sharon) Poulton of Columbus, Deanna (Steve) Butherus of Greeley, Colo., Fred Poulton of Columbus; seven grandchildren, Erica, Scott, Kendra, Cory Poulton; Sarah, Rachel, Daniel Butherus; sister, Ethel (Delven) Devore; double cousins, Ruth Salisbury and Ruby Briggs. Preceded in death by parents, Fred and Pearle Poulton and brothers, Edgar and Charles Poulton.

Ralph was born in 1921 in the town of Rinard Mills, Monroe County, Ohio. Throughout his youth, he worked in a family-owned country store, brothers married sisters, lived in twin houses next to the store and ran a successful business. Ralph graduated from Graysville High School and Marietta College with a Phi Beta Kappa/summa cum laude in mathematics and economics. He entered the armed forces as a meteorologist, serving on the island of Kwajalein in the South Pacific. After returning from the Army, he taught math at Woodsfield High School.

He married Beryl McHugh in 1948 and moved to Columbus, where he acquired his master's degree in probability and statistics at OSU. His processional life was spent in the insurance business. The Poultons joined North Broadway United Methodist Church in 1950 and have been active participants since that time. Ralph was a gentle, loving, devoted husband, father and grandfather. Family came first. He was always there to help whenever needed.

Memorial services will be held Saturday, June 14, 3 p.m. at North Broadway United Methodist Church with Rev. Edwin Lewis officiating, with visiting hours 1 to 3 p.m. Viewing will be Sunday, June 15, noon to 2 p.m. at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield, Ohio. Graveside services 2 p.m. Sunday in Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to the North Broadway UMC Memorial Fund, 48 E.N. Broadway, Columbus, Ohio.

Pressly, Jessie F. Pressly, nee Arnold

Source: The State Journal-Register, Springfield, Illinois - Friday, August 15, 2003

LEBANON, Mo. - Jessie Fern Pressly, 98, of Lebanon, formerly of Springfield, died Wednesday, Aug. 13, 2003, at Breech Regional Medical Center in Lebanon.

Survivors: five daughters, Colleen and Vaviel Flood, both of Springfield, Fern Pinkley of Lincoln and Wilma Eastburn and Bonnie Graham, both of Lebanon; two sons, Kenneth Pressly of Las Cruces, N.M., and Gerald Pressly of Lebanon; 27 grandchildren; 48 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services: 2 p.m. Sunday, Holman-Howe Funeral Home, the Rev. Peter Kraft and Joe Campbell officiating. Graveside services: 1 p.m. Monday, Elmwood Cemetery in Litchfield.

Price, Samuel Price

Source: Monroe County Beacon, dated Jan. 2, 2003

Samuel Taylor Price, died Dec. 23, 2002, at Barnesville Health Care Center. He was born March 15, 1916 in Barnesville, a son of the late Joseph and Edna Taylor Price. He was a Protestant and retired from Consolidated Coal Co. Egypt Valley Mine.

Surviving are his wife, Hilda McFarland Price; daughter Lois Jane Wadleigh of Solon, Maine; three sons, James Price, Beallsville, Dale Price, of Bethesda, Alan Price, Hendrysburg; eight grandchildren; ten great-grandchildren; sister, Martha Osborn, Columbus.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters; a brother.

Services were held at the convenience of the family. Burial in Chestnut Level Cemetery, Belmont. Kelly-Kemp-Braido Funeral Home, Bethesda in charge of arrangements.

Quier, Dorothy S. Quier nee Schindewolf

Source: Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal - January 26, 2003 - B9 DEATH NOTICE

Dorothy S. Quier, “Aunt Dot,” 83, beloved aunt and friend, passed away Jan. 23, 2003.

She was a lifelong resident of the Akron area. She worked in the medical profession for over 60 years and was a charter member of the Oak Hill Presbyterian Church. She was always active and thought of as the "energizer bunny." She learned to drive near the age of 70. Mrs. Quier dearly loved her home and her cats, always having several to love. She was an avid gardener, always looking forward to spring and tending her garden, even in her later years.

Preceded in death by her husband, David; sisters, June Baker and Caroline Carroll, she is survived by her loving friend. George Nolan; nieces, Carol (Fred) Smith, Judy (Bob) Smith, and nephews, Steve (Dana) Baker and Dave (Beth Carroll.

The family would like to thank Pebble Creek Nursing Home for their care and kindness.

Funeral service Monday, 1 p.m., at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Rd., Akron, with Rev. Brian Nutt officiating. Burial at Standing Rock Cemetery in Kent. Friends may call at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home on Sunday, 2 to 6 p.m. The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Hospice V.N.S., 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron 44333; if desired, any donations may be made to them. They are the best!

(Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, Akron, 330-733-6271.)

Rager, Herbert C. Rager

Source: The Shelbyville [Indiana] News; 3 Jun, 2003

Herbert C. Rager, 82, of Shelbyville, died Monday, June 2, 2003, at Major Hospital.

Born Feb. 7, 1921, in Westmoreland, Penn., he was the son of Roy and Catherine (Dennison) Rager.

Survivors include three sons, Bret Fishback of Boggstown, Greg A. Rager of Fairland and Everett L. Rager of Rushville; one brother, Richard Rager of Ocala, Fla.; and three grandchildren, Josh Fishback, Grant Rager and Kristen Rager.

He was preceded in death by one brother and three sisters.

Mr. Rager lived most of his life in Shelbyville.

He was a carpenter.

Mr. Rager was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and the Korean War, serving with the 28th Division.

He was a life member and former commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 2695; and member of American Legion Post No. 70, AMVets Post No. 26 in Pendleton and Disabled American Veterans.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home, with the Rev. David Humphrey officiating.

Burial will be in Layton Cemetery in Rush County, with military rites conducted by local veterans organizations.

Memorial contributions may be made to V.F.W. National Home for Children, in care of Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Ramsay, Donald W. "Shelley" Ramsay
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Ramsay, Donald W. "Shelley", age 69, of Pipe Creek, Jacobsburg, Ohio, died Thursday, October 23, 2003 at his home. He was born May 14, 1934 at Pipe Creek, son of the late Chalmer L. and Elizabeth L. Berry Ramsay. He was a retired carpenter from Blount Brothers Construction in Montgomery, Alabama. Shelley was a member of the Jacobsburg United Methodist Church where he served as a trustee; he was a member of Moriah Lodge # 105 F. & A.M. at Powhatan Point, Ohio and he was a member of the Carpenters Local # 186.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Orville and Berry Ramsay; and a sister, Ruth Carpenter.

Surviving are his wife, Audrey V. Knight Ramsay; two sons, Donald E. Ramsay of Pipe Creek and Randy W. "Buck" Ramsay of Shadyside; four granddaughters, Heidi McClure, Heather Ramsay, Jessica Ramsay and Alison Ramsay; three great grandsons, Ethan, Micah and Jonah McClure. Family and friends will be received on Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at Toothman Funeral Home in Jacobsburg, Ohio, where services will be held on Monday,
Oct. 27, 2003 at 1 p.m. with Rev. Robert Phillips officiating. Burial will follow at Powhatan Cemetery, Powhatan Point, Ohio. Masonic Services will be held on Sunday, 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3612 Maple Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43702

Ramsay, Gary L. Ramsay

Source: The Marietta Times, Saturday, April 12, 2003
    WOODSFIELD - Gary L. Ramsay, 64, of 34937 Miltonsburg-Calais Road died at 11:32 a.m. Friday (April 11, 2003) at the Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, W.Va. He was born Oct. 22, 1938, in Powhatan Point to John L. and Eva Mae Cook Ramsay. He was a retired brick mason for Ormet Corp. at Hannibal and was a member of Steelworkers Union Local 5760 at Sardis. He was also a member of Clarington Lodge Free & Accepted Masons No. 597 at larington; Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite, Valley of Cambridge; and Osiris Shrine Temple at Wheeling, W.Va. He was an avid Ohio State University Buckeyes fan.
     He is survived by two daughters, Christine Bowen of Woodsfield and Joni Jeanneret of Wapakoneta; two sons, John Ramsay of Beallsville and Gary C. Ramsay and his wife, Vickie, of Woodsfield; one sister, Phyllis Saner and her husband, Mark, of Powhatan Point; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two nieces; one nephew; and a special friend, Wilma Burkhart of Woodsfield.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Monday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Dwaine Denis officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home. Masonic services are at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.

Ramsey, Virginia C. Ramsey nee Stein

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, October 21, 2003

NEW MATAMORAS - Virginia C. Ramsey, 78, of Riverpark Manor, Apt. 12, died at 12:01 a.m. Monday (Oct. 20, 2003) at the Woodsfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born May 26, 1925, in Wheeling, W.Va., to George L. and Catherine
Manion Stein. She was a homemaker and a member of the Church of Nazarene at New Matamoras.

She is survived by six brothers, William G. Stein, George W. Stein, Richard N. Stein, Franklin R. Stein of Wheeling, W.Va., Charles E. Stein and Harry L. Stein; four sisters, Betty May Stein, Grace L. Stein, Ruth Ellen Stein and Clara Anna Stein; one brother-in-law, Willard Ramsey of Fly, Ohio; and several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Millard Earl Ramsey; and her parents.

Services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hadley Funeral Homes, New Matamoras Chapel, with the Rev. David Hyde officiating. Burial is in Jacobsburg Cemetery at Jacobsburg, Ohio. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Randall, Gene Robert Randall

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, June 10, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Gene Robert Randall, 63, of Township Highway 116, Woodsfield, died Friday (June 6, 2003) at New Lexington, Ohio. He was born Oct. 2, 1939, in McWhorter, W.Va., to James Henry and Arnette Elsie Wright Randall. He was retired from Conalco Corp. in Hannibal. He was a member of the Methodist church, Woodsfield Veterans of Foreign Wars, Moose Lodge, Eagles Lodge and American Legion.

He is survived by one son, Randy Randall and his wife, Becky, of Beallsville; four daughters, Cindy Schumacher and her husband, Tony, of Malaga, Lisa Wollenberg and her husband, Patrick, of New Lexington, Ohio, Teresa Lucas and her husband, Wade, of Coshocton, and Becky Shriver and her husband, Sam, of Beallsville; three brothers, Jack Randall of Campbellsburg, Ky., Tom Randall of Somerton, and Rex Randall of Laings, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Floyd (Marjorie) Mann of Woodsfield and Louise Randall of Bridgeport, Ohio; 14 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Richard Randall and Edward Randall.

Memorial services are at 4 p.m. Friday at the Woodsfield United Methodist Church, 136 N. Main St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Clark Kandle officiating.
Friends will be received at the church from 3 p.m. Friday until time for the services. Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield is in charge of arrangements.

Reich, Melba Reich
Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, April 14, 2003
     JERUSALEM, Ohio - Melba F. Reich, 89, of Jerusalem died Friday (April 11, 2003) at Barnesville Hospital. She was born Aug. 29, 1913, to Lewis and Minnie Christman Heft. She had been an active member of St. Paul's United Church of Christ at Woodsfield, and was actively involved with the church's Junior Women's Guild for more than 50 years. She was also a member of Woodsfield Chapter 268, Order of Eastern Star; Monroe County Bureau; and Farm Bureau Council for more than 60 years. She was also active with the Monroe County Agricultural Extension Committee, Jerusalem Homemakers, and Ruritan fund-raising events. She loved family farm life and travel.
     She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Clarence W. Reich; one daughter, Mary Elizabeth Bartilson and her husband, Matt, of Hilliard, Ohio; two sons,
Paul Reich and his wife, Darla, of Middletown, Ohio, and Merle Reich of Gahanna, Ohio; two brothers, Stanley Heft and his wife, Ethel, of Woodsfield and William Heft and his wife, Martha, of Clearwater, Fla.; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
     She was preceded in death by her parents; four brothers, Theodore, Francis, Paul and Charles Heft; and one sister, Bessie Heft Sutherland. Services were to be at 11 a.m. today at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Richard Wilson and the Rev. Clifton Garris officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield.
     Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul's United Church of Christ, 301 S. Main St., Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

Remick, Stephen A. Remick

Source: The Times Leader, Martins Ferry, Ohio, dated, July 15, 2003

Stephen A. Remick, 64, formerly of Clarington, Ohio, died Sunday, July 13, 2003. Friends will be received Tuesday from 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m., at the Grisell Funeral Home, 125 Clarinda Dr., Clarington, Ohio, with the Rev. Richard Wilson officiating.

Rich, William R. (Bill) Rich

The Daily Jeffersonian, Cambridge, Ohio Sunday, November 30, 2003 Page A-9

QUAKER CITY _ William R. (Bill) Rich, 93, of Kennonsburg, died Saturday (Nov. 29, 2003) at Summit Acres Nursing Home in Caldwell. Mr. Rich was born March 26, 1910, in Noble County, son of the late Homer R. and Alice Danford Rich. He was a kennel operator in Illinois; drove Huckster Wagon; owned the Sinclair service station on Beatty Avenue in Cambridge; retired from Cleve-Graphite Bronze in 1975; and worked as a park attendant for the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District. He was a. life member Kennonsburg. United Methodist Church; graduated from Batesville High School in 1928; and was a member of the Seneca Sportsman Club.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Winifred Lashley Rich, who died April12, 2003 and whom he married May 6, 1932; a son, Jerry Dale Rich; and a sister, Audrey Long.

He leaves two sons, Uril "Bud"(Annaberyl) Rich off Mt. Ephraim and Billy (Candy) of Kennonsburg; five daughters, Genevieve Tisdale of Massillon, Mrs. Ronnie (Bonnie) Groves of Pleasant City, Mrs. Steve (Sandra0 Doudna of Quaker City, Mrs. Bob (Darlene) Kern of Galloway and Mrs. Chuck (Brenda) Barnett of Senecaville; a daughter-in-law, Connie Rich of Kennonsburg; 29 grandchildren; 50 great-grandchildren; and nine great-great-grandchildren.

Friends may call 2 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at Thorn-Black Funeral Home at Quaker City. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Kennonsburg. United Methodist Church with the Rev. Mark Slay officiating. Burial will be in Friends Cemetery, Quaker City.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kennonsburg. United Methodist Church.

Riggenbach, Eva F. Ellis Riggenbach nee Carpenter

Source; The Marietta Times, dated Friday, October 24, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Eva F. Ellis Riggenbach, 70, of Woodsfield died Wednesday (Oct. 22, 2003) at her home. She was born Oct. 22, 1933, in Calais, Ohio, to Odie and Ossie Carpenter. She was a former employee of Barnesville Hospital and Ormet Corp. in Hannibal, Ohio. She was a member of Woodsfield United Methodist Church.

She is survived by two sons, Steve Ellis and his wife, Portia, of Jacksonville, Fla., and Brian Ellis of Yuba City, Calif.; two daughters, Robyn Guiler and her husband, Kevin, of Woodsfield, and Lisa Hartshorn and her husband, Scott, of Graysville; one sister, Leona Brown of Jerusalem, Ohio; and six grandchildren, David Ellis, Mitchell and Olivia Guiler, and Hannah, Maggie and Owen Hartshorn.

She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Irvin and Vernon Carpenter; two sisters, Myrl Brownfield and Opal Crawford; and three other infant siblings.

Services are at 11 a.m. Saturday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Roger Brown officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery at Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 5 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Rinard, Mable (Dillon) Rinard
SOURCE: Marietta Times     Marietta, OH     16 June 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
       RINARD MILLS - Mabel Dillon Rinard, 83, of Rinard Mills died Saturday evening (June 14, 2003) at her home.
       She was born Nov. 22, 1919, in Jericho to Charlie and Christina Cline Dillon. She was a homemaker and enjoyed cooking and baking and doing things for others. She was a member of Mount Vernon Christian Union Church.
       She is survived by her husband, Denzel Rinard, whom she married on Aug. 9, 1941; five sons, Edward Rinard and his wife, Lamyra, of New Matamoras, Kenneth Rinard and his wife, Donna, of Clyde, Gary Rinard and his wife, Pam, of Marietta, Roger Rinard and his wife, Beverly, of Rinard Mills and Loren Rinard and his wife, Tammie, of Newport; 12 grandchildren, Jackie Gilkeson and her husband, Tom, of Marietta, Michael Rinard and his wife, Julie, of Wingett Run, Eric Rinard and his wife, Tiffany, of New Matamoras, Dwayne Rinard and his wife, Carolyn, of Cleveland, Rebecca Liskai and her husband, Bryan, of Clyde, Tara Rinard Meagle and her husband, B.O., of Marietta, Misty King and her husband, Jay, of Akron, Chad Rinard and his wife, Danielle, of Parkersburg, Heather Sivard and her husband, Seth, of Rinard Mills, Jason Rinard and his wife, Elysia, of Newport and Lauren Rinard and Amy Rinard, both of Newport; eight great-grandchildren, Wesley and Whitney Gilkeson, Nathan and Jordan Rinard, Jessica and Christopher Rinard, McKenzie Hall and Isabelle Rinard; two sisters, Violet Bauer and Sarah Durant, both of Canton; one brother, Charles Dillon of Canton; and several nieces and nephews.
       She was preceded in death by her parents; six sisters; and three brothers.
       Services are at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta with the Rev. Philip Zaayer officiating. Burial is in New Matamoras Cemetery. Friends may call from 2 p.m. today until the hour of the service at the funeral home.

Ritchie, Garnet Ritchie

Source: The daily Jeffersonian, Monday, February 17, 2003
     WOODSFIELD — Garnet M. Ritchie, 89, of Lewisville, died Saturday (Feb. 15, 2003) in the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield.
     Friends may call 6 to 6 p.m. Monday where services will be 1 p.m. Tuesday with the Rev. Madelynn Webber and the Rev. Gary Fitzgerald officiating.
     Burial will be in Sutherland Cemetery near Lewisville.

Robbins, Elsie L. Robbins nee Harris

Source: The Marietta Times: dated, Monday, July 7, 2003

WOODSFIELD - Elsie L. Robbins, 74, of 141 Maple Ave. died at 10:10 p.m. Thursday (July 3, 2003) at East Ohio Regional Hospital in Martins Ferry, Ohio.

She was born Dec. 30, 1928, near Madisonville, Tenn., to Ulis G. and Nancy Elizabeth Myers Harris. She was a homemaker and a member of First Baptist Church in Woodsfield. She was an honorary and charter member of the Woodsfield Emergency Squad for 17 years. She was a former Avon representative for 24 years. She is survived by her husband, Donald C. Robbins, whom she married on Nov. 12, 1947; two daughters, Nancy Ashley Brewington of Hampton, Va., and Teresa Robbins of St. Clairsville, Ohio; four grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter.

She was preceded in death by two sons, George Carlyle Robbins in infancy and Donald C. Robbins Jr.; her parents; two brothers, James Harris and Burl Harris; and one grandson, W. Kyle Boughner.

There are no services. Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. today at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Woodsfield Emergency Squad, P.O. Box 653, Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

Robinson, Ralph Robinson

Source: The Marietta Times, Wednesday, April 2, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Ralph Robinson, 74, of East Marietta Street died Monday (March 31, 2003) at Wetzel County Hospital in New Martinsville, W.Va. He was born April 17, 1928, in Noble County to Everett and Hattie Lahue Robinson. He was retired from H.B. Reed Mineral of Moundsville, W.Va. He was a Korean War veteran.
     He is survived by his wife, Rose Hines Robinson; two daughters, Debbie Covert and her husband, Bill, of Woodsfield and Cheryl Robinson of New Philadelphia, Ohio; three sons, Terry Robinson and his wife, Sandy, Doug Robinson and his wife, Linda, and Keith Robinson and his wife, Cherri, all of Woodsfield; one stepson, Ralph Robinson Jr. of Woodsfield; 10 grandchildren, Eric and Jason Covert, Kim and Christopher Robinson, Heather and Terri Robinson, and Shainna, Ashley Kayla and Joshua Poole; and a close friend, June Henthorn of New Philadelphia.
     He was preceded in death by his parents and his maternal grandparents, Emmett and Elizabeth Lahue.
     Services are at 11 a.m. Friday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Harold Kinney officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Roth, Ralph E. Roth

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, March 18, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Ralph E. Roth, 77, of 100 N. Sycamore St. died at 10 a.m. Monday (March 17, 2003) at his home. He was born May 30, 1925, near Laings, Ohio, to Guy and Arlie Drum Roth. He was a former owner of the former Roth's Car Wash at Woodsfield and Barnesville. He was a retired equipment operator for the Ohio Operating Engineers, Local 18, Akron. He was a member of Woodsfield United Methodist Church at Woodsfield and Knights of Pythias Lodge at Woodsfield. He was a pilot for 50 years, having owned his own airplane. He was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II.
     He is survived by one daughter, Dee Vargo and her husband, Michael, of Woodsfield; four brothers, Lloyd Roth and his wife, Loretta, of Marietta, Virgil Roth and his wife, Audrey, of Doylestown, Ohio, Leland Roth and his wife, Norma, of Westerville, Ohio, and Kenneth Roth and his wife, Martha of Woodsfield; one grandson, Christian Michael Vargo of Woodsfield; several nieces and nephews, including Steve Williams of Chicasha, Okla.; and one brother-in-law, Herman Zerger Jr. of Woodsfield.
     He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Zerger Roth, on Sept. 11, 2001; his parents; one brother, Paul Roth; and three sisters-in-law, Doris Williams, Margaret Roth and Wanda Roth.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Pastor Dwaine Denis officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield with full military services conducted by the Belmont Veterans Council. Friends will be received from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. Knights of Pythias services are at 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.

Roth, Vesta "Rose" Elerick Roth nee Cordery
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Roth, Vesta "Rose" Elerick, 81 of Powhatan Point, Ohio died Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at Belmont Community Hospital, Bellaire. She was born June 15, 1922 at Paden City, West Virginia, daughter of the late James D. Cordery and Clara Belle Duvall Cordery. Rose was a retired employee from Union Carbide Corporation at Cleveland, Ohio.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by a grandson, Mark Bremenkamp; a great granddaughter, Shelby Rose Seita; a brother Walter Cordery and two sisters, Betty Famo and Daisy Gavlik.

Surviving are two sons, Gary Elerick and his wife Virginia of Brunswick, OH and David Elerick and his wife Darlene of Powhatan Point, OH; a daughter, Rita Bremenkamp and her husband Bob of Midvale, OH; a sister, Doris Flor of New Martinsville, WV; eight grandchildren and eleven great grandchildren.Friends will be received Friday from 11 a.m. until time of services at 1 p.m. at the Powhatan Cemetery
Chapel, Powhatan Point, Ohio with Rev. Donald Cordery officiating. Arrangements by Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg, OH.

Rouse, Eric Jason Rouse

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, December 29, 2003

CALDWELL - Eric Jason Rouse, 29, of 40072 Crum Ridge Road died Thursday (Dec. 25, 2003) near St. Marys, Ga., of injuries received in an automobile accident. He was born Aug. 4, 1974, in Marietta to Ronald Neil and Joan Taylor Rouse. He was a 1992 graduate of the former Skyvue High School near Graysville. He also graduated from Ohio Valley College in Parkersburg and West Liberty State College in Wheeling, W.Va., and was presently attending Ohio University in Pickerington, Ohio, working on a master's degree. He was a teacher at Swiss Hills Vocational School and Monroe Central High School near Woodsfield, where he was currently serving as student council adviser and was a former girls basketball coach. He was a member of Crum Ridge Church
of Christ near Caldwell. He was also awarded the James Madison Fellowship Award given by the U.S. Congress in 2002.

He was an avid reader and enjoyed fishing.

He is survived by his wife, Heather Bettinger Rouse, whom he married on July 22, 1995; one son, Ian Jason Rouse at home; one daughter, Gwyneth Elise Rouse at home; his parents of Graysville; two sisters, Rhonda Davis of Columbus and April McColl and her husband, Heath, of Marietta; one brother, Tom Rouse and his wife, Stephanie, of Woodsfield; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by one brother, Jeffrey Neil Rouse, in 1977.

Services are at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodsfield Church of Christ in Woodsfield with Dana Morrison and Keith Jones officiating. Burial is in New Matamoras Cemetery in New Matamoras.

Rouse, Eric Jason Rouse

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Saturday, December 27, 2003

GRAYSVILLE - Eric J. Rouse, 29, of 36840 Witten Creek Road died Thursday (Dec. 25, 2003) near St. Marys, Ga., of injuries received in an automobile accident. Arrangements are incomplete at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield.

Rowley, Charles Lee Rowley

Source: The Indianapolis [Indiana] Star; June 17, 2003

Charles Lee Rowley, 56, Beech Grove, died June 15, 2003. He was the husband of Judith Buss Rowley. He was a carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, in Beech Grove for 28 years, retiring in 1998. Mr. Rowley was born Nov. 9, 1946 to Virgil and Florence Goodin Rowley in Cincinnati, OH. Charles is survived by two sons, Thomas and Richard Rowley; two step-daughters Victoria Toucher and Roberta Daeger; two brothers John and Edward Rowley; sister Mary Lou Eschman; four grandchildren; four step-grandchildren. Visitation will be Wed. June 18 from 4 to 8 p.m. in Little & Sons Beech Grove Funeral Home. Cremation then entombment will follow at Washington Park East Cemetery.

Royce, Deborah J. Royce, nee Beitel

Source: The Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal - Friday, September 26, 2003

Deborah J. Royce, 41, died Sunday, Sept. 21, 2003.

A life resident of the Akron area, she enjoyed being the caregiver for her parents, Grace and Robert and was very active at Portage Trail Village.

Preceded in death by mother, Grace Beitel and son, Robert, surviving are husband, Daniel; father, Robert Beitel, and sister, Tamarah.

Funeral service will be held Friday, 2 p.m. at the Campfield-Hickman-Collier Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Brazile officiating. Burial Greenlawn Cemetery. Visitation Friday 12 noon until time of service at 2 p.m. Donations maybe made to the family c/o the funeral home. (Campfield-Hickman-Collier, 330 745-3161)

Please sign the guestbook at www.ohio.com/obituaries.

Rucker, Belva M. Rucker
SOURCE: Canton (OH) Repository - 18 Jan 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
Belva M. Rucker, age 70, of Canton, died Friday morning (17 Jan 2003) in Aultman Hospital following an extended illness. Born November 9, 1932, in Bellaire, OH, to the late George F. and Mabel M. (Piatt) Clark. She was a 50 year resident of the Canton area, retiring from the Hoover Company in 1992 after 17 years of service. Member of the Central Congregation of Jehovah's Witness. Preceded in death by her husband, Richard J. Rucker in 1972; brother, William Clark; and sister, Doris Griffith. Survived by two sons and daughter-in-law, George R. and Marguerite Rucker of North Canton, William H. Rucker of Alliance; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mary M. and William Gillis of Canton, Janet S. and Bobby Butler of East Canton; nine grandchildren; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Ray and Drew Howell of Florida, William and Martha Howell of Florida; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Thelma and Emerson Haas of Wooster, Polly Cline of Woodsfield, OH, Helen and Paul Kenney of Athens, OH, Sue and Tom Smith of Bucyrus, OH; numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral service Monday, January 20, 2003, at 10 a.m. in the Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on South Cleveland Ave. Burial in Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.

Rumbold, Rebecca Rumbold

Source: The Canton [Ohio] Repository - Saturday, May 17, 2003

Rebecca Rumbold, age 45, of Canton, died Thursday evening in her home following an extended illness. Daughter of the late Edward and Waneta (Leach) Rumbold. She was a life resident of the Canton area. A 1976 graduate of Perry High School. She was also a graduate of The Timken Mercy School of Nursing and received her Master's Degree from Walsh University. She was a Registered Nurse formerly employeed by Children's Medical Center, Akron. Member of the Canton Baptist Temple.

She is survived by one sister and brother-in-law, Judy and Ed Byers of Canton South; one brother and sister-in-law, Ben and Sue Rumbold of Massillon; one niece, Amanda Byers; five nephews, Jason Vaughn, Chad and Joshua Rumbold, Frankie and Travis Byers.

A private family graveside service will be in Forest Hill Cemetery with Delaney Young officiating. The Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home on S. Cleveland Ave. is in charge of arrangements. Memorial donations in Rebecca's memory may be made to Camp Chof @515 Whipple Ave. NW, Canton, OH 44708.

(Kreighbaum-Sanders, 330-484-2525)

Saffell, Ronald D. Saffell
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Saffell, Ronald D. l, 68 of East Captina Highway, Jacobsburg died Monday, November 17, 2003 at University Hospital, Morgantown, WV after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born at Jacobsburg, February 4, 1935 a son of the late Dorothy Caldwell Saffell Broomhall. Ron was a 1952 graduate of Powhatan High School, an employee of the former Ohio Ferro Alloys plant at Powhatan Point, a retiree of Consolidated Aluminum (Ormet) at Hannibal and farmed the family farm in the Captina Valley where he was born and raised. He was an advisor for 33 years for the Indianola 4-H Club, a board member of the Belmont-Monroe Farm Service Agency, a member of Amity United Methodist Church at Steinersville and an avid OSU Buckeye fan.

In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by a grandson.

Surviving are his wife of 44 years, Marvelyn Stottlemyer Saffell whom he married on December 24, 1958; his daughters, Debra (Roger) Ogilbee, Denise (Mark) Johnson and Rhonda (Randy) Imhoff all of Powhatan Point and Karen (Jim) Bryan of Delaware, OH, his sister, Margie (Tom) Lucas of Powhatan Point and his grandchildren; Ross, Duane, and Ryan Obilbee; Alana Johnson; Corey, Ashley, Randa and Cortney Imhoff; Kelsi, Preston and Emily Bryan; other family members and friends. Friends may call on Tuesday 7 to 9 p.m. and Wednesday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg where services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. with Rev. Theresa Bobot officiating. Burial will follow in Powhatan Cemetery, Powhatan Point. Memorial contributions may be made to the Belmont County 4-H Endowment Fund or Amity United Methodist Church.

Scales, Gerald Dean Scales

Source: as posted on findagrave.com by Leota M. Ellis; May 2003

He was born to John H. & Bessie Miller Scales.

He married Norma Jean Jeffers and she passed away May 24, 2002.

They had seven children. Roger Scales, Dennis Scales, Jonathon Scales, Terry Scales, Barney Scales, Kenneth Scales and Gloria Scales Jones.

He had four sisters, Betty Enochs, Vada Barnett, Rosemary Keller and Georgia Hutchison. He had sixteen grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

He was retired from Stran Steel and Quaker Maid and was a member of the First Baptist Church of Hymera.

He loved working on cars. He will missed by all that knew him.

Schafer, Herman Frank Schafer
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Schafer, Herman Frank, 88 of Alledonia, Ohio died Wednesday, December 17, 2003 at the Monroe County Care Center, Woodsfield. He was born at Alledonia on June 15, 1915 a son of the late Emma Schafer.Herman was a retired farmer and school bus driver for the Switzerland of Ohio Schools, a member of Belmont Ridge Christian Church, the National Rifle Association and was a former Washington Township Trustee.

In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by his wife, Inez Eileen Wheeler Schafer and two half brothers, Newell and Bob Palmer.

He is survived by his son Stanley (Shirley) Schafer of Alledonia, a half sister, Hannah Underwood of Centerville, three grandchildren and two great grandchildren.Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home, Jacobsburg 6 to 9 p.m. Friday and 11 a.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. Saturday with Josh Hetrick officiating. Burial follows at the Belmont Ridge Cemetery, Beallsville.

Schehl, Thelma Eileen Schehl, nee Garrett

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times; Monday, June 16, 2003

CANTON - Thelma Eileen Garrett Schehl, 74, of Canton, formerly of Caldwell, died Friday morning (June 13, 2003) at her home.

She was born Sept. 10, 1928, in Noble County to Wilfred C. and Alma Lumbatis Garrett. She was a former manager of the Arrowhead Country Club and was a member of the Caldwell United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her first husband, William D. Moore; her second husband, Victor Schehl; her parents; and her stepmother, Leora Garrett.

She is survived by one son, Don (Ann) Moore of New Concord; two daughters, Vicki (John) Huber of Las Vegas and Lisa Stewart of Sherrodsville; one brother, Dale (Kathleen) Garrett of Caldwell; and 12 grandchildren.

Services are at 10 a.m. Wednesday at McVay-Perkins Funeral Home at 416 East St., Caldwell. Friends may call from 3 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.

Schell, Lawrence A. Schell, Sr.

Source: The Tribune-Star [Terre-Haute, Indiana]; 25 Dec 2003

Lawrence "Bud" A. Schell Sr., 61, of Terre Haute died at 6:55 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2003, in Union Hospital. He was a route sales/driver for Pepsi. He was born June 7, 1942, in Terre Haute to Edmond Schell and Rosie Kent Schell May. Survivors include his mother, Rosie May; one son, Larry Schell of Terre Haute; two daughters, Tina Clark of Brazil and Carol Meunier of Panama City, Fla.; one stepdaughter, Robin Reed of Terre Haute; two brothers, Alfred Wayne Schell of American Canyon, Calif., and Terry Schell of Terre Haute; five sisters, Loretta Vaughn of Prairie Creek, Wanda McCammon of Prairie Creek, Kimberly Pitts of Terre Haute, Tamra Taylor of Rosedale and Cynthia Cannon of Kansas City, Mo.; one stepsister, Alice Sheets of Marion, Ohio; 12 grandchildren, Keith Allen, Sonya, Christopher, Kristina, Kelcey, Anthony, Casey, Josh, Chrisalyn, Navada, Deven and Lillie; and three great-grandchildren, Brittany, Frankie and Chloe. He was preceded in death by his parents and one son, Joseph Lee Schell. He was a 1960 graduate of Gerstmeyer Technical High School. He was an Army veteran. He was an avid motorcyclist, roller skater and bicyclist. Services are 10:30 a.m. Saturday in DeBaun Funeral Home Idaho Street Chapel, with the Rev. Chris Wilbur officiating. Burial is in Roselawn Memorial Park, with graveside military rites. Visitation is 4 to 8 p.m. Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to the family instead of sending flowers.

Schulke, John B. Schulke, Sr.

Source: The Dayton [Ohio] Daily News; August 28, 2003 pg. B7,

SCHULKE, John B. Sr.

age 51 of Dayton, passed away Monday, August 25, 2003 at Hospice of Dayton. He was preceded in death by his parents William and Betty Schulke and his brother Neal Schulke. He is survived by Peggy, his loving wife of 27 years, daughters, Amy (Matt) Jenkins, Sarah (Joshua) Rook; sons William Schulke (fiance Angela Fuller) and John Schulke Jr.; 7 grandsons; 1 granddaughter; 1 sister; 2 brothers; and a host of other relatives and friends. John was an employee at DPL for over 35 years. He was Chief Starter at Kil-Kare Dragway and an avid race car fan. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm Friday at Newcomer-Farley Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd. Family will receive friends from 6-8 pm. Thursday at the funeral home. Interment at Forest Hills Memorial Gardens. Love you Buddy.

Schwaben, Roy Joseph Schwaben

Akron Beacon Journal (OH) - August 7, 2003

Roy Joseph Schwaben, 83, passed away peacefully, after a day filled with his closest family. Born Dec. 7, 1919, in Monroe County, Ohio, he resided in Tallmadge since 1945. Roy retired from Firestone in 1981 after 35 years of service. A tremendously loving, devoted husband, father, and grandfather went home with the Lord on Monday, Aug. 4, 2003.

He was preceded in death by son, Robert Schwaben, three sisters, and three brothers. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 56 years, Grace; his daughter, Sharon (Charles) Kozy of Tallmadge; sons, Dave of Akron and Rod of Tallmadge; eight grandchildren, Christy, Lisa, David, Kimberly, Pamela, Roy Allen, Scott, and John; three great-grandchildren, Logan, Charlie, and Jerry; and many other loving relatives and friends. We will all look forward to seeing you again, healthy, happy, and smiling.

Funeral services will be held Friday, 11 a.m., at Northwest Avenue Church of Christ, 737 Northwest Ave., Pastor Scott Baker officiating. Interment at Tallmadge Cemetery. Calling hours TONIGHT, 6 to 8, at Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave. (on the historic Tallmadge Circle), and one hour prior to the service, at the church.

Seifer, Lloyd. F. Seifer
SOURCE: Canton (OH) Repository - 30 Mar 2003
(Note: According to SSDI, Lloyd was born 3 Dec 1926)
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
Lloyd F. Seifer, age 76, of Canton, died Friday (28 Mar 2003) in his home surrounded by his family after a brief illness. Born in Woodsfield, OH, he had lived in Canton most of his life. He retired in 1973 from the Timken Co. after 30 years of service. He served as a major in the Stark Country Sheriff's Auxiliary from 1960-1973. He then served as a Lt. Commander with the Sheriff until 1985. From 1986-2003 he was the lake patrolman for Lake Cable and held a commission with the Jackson Township Police Dept. Lloyd was a member of Martin Luther Lutheran Church, Canton Lodge No. 60 F. A.M., Scottish Rite Valley of Canton, McKinley Eagles Aerie No. 2370, V.F.W. Post No. 3747 and the Hall of Fame Luncheon Club. He was a World War II Navy Veteran having served in the South Pacific. Survived by his wife, Rhoda Mae Seifer, a daughter and son-in-law, Pamela and Terry Allison of Columbus, OH; son and daughter-in-law, RickSr., Jeanie Seifer of Canton; grandson and his wife, RickJr., Cheryl Seifer of Massillon; two great grandchildren, Rick III and Randi Seifer; two sisters, Roxie Carroll of Lexington, KY and Margaret Stofer of Canton and two brother, and a sister-in-law, George Seifer and Chuck and Virginia Seifer all of Canton. Preceded in death by a brother, Gerald Seifer. Services will be Tuesday at 11 a.m. in Martin Luther Lutheran Church with Rev. Dr. Larry Houff officiating. Burial will be Sunset Hills Memory Gardens. Friends may call Monday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at the Lamiell Funeral Home. Canton Lodge No. 60 F. A.M. will have a service Monday at 6:45 p.m. and the V.F.W. Post 3747 will conduct military graveside service. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lake Cable Association or Mercy Hospice.

Selvy, James Edwin Selvy

Source: The Times Leader, dated, Friday, December 19, 2003

James Edwin Selvy, 61, of Woodsfield, Ohio died Dec. 17, 2003 at Marietta Memorial Hospital. He was born in New Martinsville, W.Va., Feb. 16, 1942, a son of the late John Selvy and Arietta Selvy Tallman.

He was a retired employee of The Ohio Department of Transportation. Jim was a member of Praise Pentecostal Fellowship Church of Woodsfield. He was a member of the Woodsfield Eagles Lodge and the Moose Lodge where he held the office of governor.

Surviving are his wife of 30 years, Bonnie Jean Elliott Selvy of Woodsfield; three daughters, Pauletta Petho and her husband Steve of Powhatan Point, Ohio, Debbie Harrigan of Woodsfield, Ohio, Jamie Lynn Selvy of the home; three brothers, Frank Tallman and his wife Jackie, of Buchanan, Ga., Bob Selvy and his wife Merle of Walterboro, S.C., John Selvy and his wife Arlean of Powhatan Point, Ohio; two grandsons and one granddaughter.

Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, Ohio where services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 20, 2003 with Pastor Paul Ferguson officiating. Interment in the Powhatan Point Cemetery, Powhatan Point, Ohio.

Shields, Dorothy M. Shields, nee Stanton

Source: The Wabash [Indiana] Plain Dealer - Tuesday, October 21, 2003

Dorothy M Shields, 75

CARMEL - Dorothy M. Shields, 75, 604 Rennaker St., LaFontaine, died at 12:20 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17, 2003, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital.

She was born on Sept. 10, 1928, in Linton, to John and Eliza (Cox) Stanton. She married Phillip R. Shields on Oct. 22, 1949. He is deceased.

She graduated from Linton-Stockdon High School in 1945. She was retired from Marion General Hospital as a nurse's aide. She was a member of the Swayzee Church of the Nazarene and the Swayzee Eastern Star.

Surviving are two sons, John W. (Mary) Shields, Gainsville, Va., and David W. (Anna) Shields, Onward; two daughters, Mrs. Thomas (Linda) Eakright, LaFontaine, and Mae Holderman, Jonesboro; a brother, Roy (Annette) Stanton, Melbourne, Fla.; 10 grandchildren, John Shields, Bill Bell, Michelle Bell, Tristina Surine, Heather Shields, Melissa Harvey, Jennifer White, Kimberly Shields, Phillip Eakright and Amber Shields; and eight great-grandchildren. One brother and a sister are deceased.

Services will be at 7 p.m. today at the McDonald Funeral Home LaFontaine Chapel. Pastor Duane Cragun will officiate.

Friends may call from 2 to 7 p.m. today at the funeral home.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Stafford Cemetery, Linton.

[Submtter's Note: Below is another obituary.]

Shields, Dorothy M. Shields, nee Stanton

Source: The Chronicle-Tribune, Marion, Indiana - Friday, October 3, 2003

Dorothy M Shields, 75

of Carmel

Sept. 10, 1928 - Oct. 17, 2003

LAFONTAINE - Dorothy M. Shields, 75, died Friday in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital, Carmel.

The Linton native was a retired nurse's aid at Marion General Hospital and married to the late Phillip Shields.

Survivors are children, John, Virginia, David, Onward, Linda Eakright, LaFontaine, Mae Holderman, Jonesboro and brother, a Roy Stanton, Florida.

Services: 7 p.m. Monday in McDonald Funeral Home, LaFontaine Chapel, 104 S. Main St. Graveside services are at 2 p.m. Tuesday in Stafford Cemetery, Linton.

Visitation: 2-7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Shinabery, Katherine Shinabery, nee Wagner

Source: The Crescent News [Defiance, Ohio] - June 13, 2003

Katherine A. Shinabery, 91, Defiance, died at 8 p.m. Thursday in Laurels of DeKalb, Butler, Ind.

She was born Feb. 18, 1912, in Defiance, the daughter of John and Rose Mary Wagner.* In 1942, she married Ralph Shinabery, who died in 1988. She was a secretary and teller for 23 years at the former Home Savings and Loan Association, retiring in 1965, and a secretary from 1967-1978 at Duerk Construction Co. She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and its Altar Rosary Society and an assistant secretary for Propagation of Faith.

Surviving her are nieces and nephews.

Also preceding her in death were three brothers, Virgil, Theodore and Charles Bond; and a sister, Vivian Bond.

Services will be at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Mary Catholic Church with Father Tim Kummerer officiating. Burial will be in Riverview Memory Gardens. Visitation is from 2-6 p.m. Sunday at Mast-Mock-Hoffman Funeral Home.

Preferred memorials are to the church.

*Submitter's Note: She was the daughter of John W. Bond and Rose Mary (Wagner) Bond. See this census: 1920, Defiance Ward 4, Defiance, Ohio.

Sirianni, Ada Mae Sirianni nee Large

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Wednesday, December 3, 2003

LEWISVILLE, Ohio - Ada Mae Large Sirianni, 79, a 20-year resident of Lewisville, died Sunday (Nov. 30, 2003) at Marietta Memorial Hospital. She was a former resident of Cleveland. She was a retired produce clerk after 20-plus years at the former Pic-N-Pay (now Tops) Grocery Stores in Cleveland.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Frederick Sirianni; one daughter, Patricia Mae Martin Labuda of Brooklyn, Ohio; one son, Frederick Sirianni Jr. and his wife, Nancy, of Lewisville; nine grandchildren, Rocky, Erica, Deneen, Hollie, Johnny, Michael, Lisa, Melissa and Tony; one great-grandson, Joshua; two brothers, James Large and Carl Large; and two sisters, Gloria Gregorie and Sue Bowman.

She was preceded in death by two brothers, Clifford Large and Alva Large; and one sister, Glenna Jarrell.

Services are at 1 p.m. Thursday at Cleveland Baptist Church. Burial is in Brooklyn Heights Cemetery in Cleveland. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. today at the Busch Family Funeral Chapel, 7501 Ridge Road, Parma, Ohio; and from noon until time for the services on Thursday at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Cleveland Baptist Church, 4431 Tiedeman Road, Brooklyn, Ohio 44144.

Skinner, Robert P. Skinner

Source: Post-Register [Idaho Falls, Idaho]; December, 2003

Robert P. Skinner, 46, of Idaho Falls, died December 10, 2003, at Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center from complications of surgery. He fought a courageous battle for six long weeks before he left us.

He was born January 3, 1956, in Newport, Washington, to Lynn and Retha Skinner, the sixth of nine siblings. Though his immediate family did not reside here, his family at Yellowstone Group Homes, since February 2, 1988, provided him with comforting and compassionate care, especially the dedicated staff within his group home, nursing and medical professionals within the community and others who cared for Robert.

Robert's passions in life were music, the louder the better, and chocolate. His passing has left a great void in our family of residents and staff who loved him.

Graveside services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, December 17, 2003, at Fielding Memorial Park. Friends will gather from 1 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. at Wood Funeral Home, 273 No. Ridge Ave., in Idaho Falls.

Slane, Mary Frances Johnson Slane, nee Sammet

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch - Tuesday, October 7, 2003

SLANE

Mary Slane, 69, October 4, 2003, Mount Carmel Medical Center. Member of Alkire Road Church of Christ. Preceded in death by 4 infant children, daughter Sherry Biggs, and sister Anna Staley. Survived by husband of 31 years, James Slane; daughter, Karen (Ronnie) Gass; sons, Tracy Johnson and George (Mary) Johnson; 12 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren; sisters, Arlene (Earl) Wall, Louise (Hubert) Wallace, and Linda Bryan (Hayes Sams); brothers, John Sammet and Conrad Sammet, Jr.; a host of nieces and nephews.

Friends may call JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday, 5-8 p.m., where service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday. Mark Bass officiating. Interment Sunset Cemetery.

Smith, Calvin B. Smith

Source: The Daily Jeffersonian, Cambridge, OH, dated Thursday, October 16, 2003

CALVIN B. SMITH 1924-2003 - SUMMERFIELD - Calvin B. Smith, 79, of Summerfield, died Wednesday (Oct. 15, 2003) at his home. Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Brubach-Watters Funeral Home, Summerfield, and also from noon until the time of services, 1 p.m. Friday at East Union United Methodist Church. Pastor Helen Lewis will officiate. Burial will be in Eastern Cemetery, Summerfield. Military graveside services will be observed. Memorial contributions may be made to East Union United Methodist Church, c/o Mabel Smith, 45561 Township Road 488, Summerfield, OH 43788.

Smith, Lusetta Smith, nee Newhart

Source: The Sun Herald (Biloxi, Mississippi) - May 27, 2003

Lusetta Newhart Smith, age 80 and a resident of Metairie, LA, died Wednesday, May 21, 2003 in Gretna, LA.

Mrs. Smith was a native of Denora, [sic–Donora] PA and a resident of Gretna, LA. She was a dressmaker, homemaker and mother.

Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by his husband, Douglas Smith, a son, Lawrence Smith, her parents, George and Lusetta Newhart, and a brother, Paul Newhart. She is survived by three sons, Michael Douglas Smith of Gulfport; Richard Paul Smith and Glenn Patrick Smith, both of Gainesville, FL; two daughters, Kathleen Rodriquez of Metairie, LA; Cecelia Borries of Gautier, MS; two brothers, George Newhart and Paul Newhart both of Atlanta, GA; two sisters, Rosemary Roche of Miami, FL; Barbara Altonjy of Patterson, NJ; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be Wednesday, May 28, 2003 from 12-1 pm at Riemann Memorial Funeral Home, Biloxi. Funeral services will follow in the funeral home chapel at 1 pm. Burial will be at Biloxi National Cemetery in Biloxi.

Riemann Memorial Funeral Home, Beauvoir Road, Biloxi is in charge of arrangements.

Smith, Ronald Lee Smith

Source: The Shelbyville [Indiana] News; Wednesday, November 26, 2003

Ronald L. Smith, 41, of Shelbyville, died Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2003, Indianapolis.

Born Jan. 18, 1962, in Canton, Ill., s/o Ronald E. and Eileen C. (Hardy) Smith.

Married Kathy J. Hudson on Oct. 12, 1996, and she survives.

Survivors: parents of Shelbyville; 2 daughters, Amy M. Smith of Pendleton and Ariel K. Smith of Shelbyville; one stepson, Joseph W. Dugan of Shelbyville; two stepdaughters, Natalie N. Dugan and Michelle R. Dugan, both of Shelbyville; two sisters, Mrs. Jack (Lisa) Parker of Chillicothe, Ill., and Mrs. Jerry (Julie) Haggerty of Marietta, Ill.; grandmother, Catherine Hardy of Bloomington, Ill.; and two expected grandchildren.

Truck driver for 13 years with Republic of Greenfield, formerly Rumpke of Indiana.

Graduated in 1980 from Spoon River Valley High School in London Mills, Ill.

Carmony-Ewing Harrison Street Funeral Home, 819 S. Harrison St., Rev. Dan McCollough officiating.

Interment: Forest Hill Cemetery.

Summarized by Phyllis Miller Fleming, Shelby Co., Indiana, Historical Society.

Sothen, Vera Maxine Sothen
SOURCE: The Winchester Star - Winchester, VA - 3 Dec 2003
Provided by Betty Lendon Matson
       Vera Maxine Sothen, 61, of Capon Bridge, W.Va., died Sunday, Nov. 30, 2003, in Martinsburg, W.Va.
       Mrs. Sothen was born Aug. 29, 1942, in Alton, W.Va., the daughter of William and Mary Wilfong Sandy. She was a homemaker.
       She was married to Russell Verle Sothen.
       Surviving are six children, Russell Sothen and Rebecca Vickers, both of Winchester, Vera Sulser and Tonya Davy, both of Moorefield, W.Va., Kevin Sothen of Augusta, W.Va., and Robert Sothen of Fredericksburg; six brothers, Dorsey Sandy of WOODSFIELD, Ohio, Hoye Sandy of Ohio, Nelson Sandy, Ronald Sandy, and Jerry Sandy, all of Akron, Ohio, and Macil Sandy of Richwood, W.Va.; two sisters, Judy Hinchman of Buckhannon and Shirley Stewart of Ohio; and 11 grandchildren.
       A son, William Sothen, two brothers, Truman Sandy and Glen Sandy, and two sisters, Wilda Detamore and Wanda Carpenter, are deceased.
       A graveside service will be 3 p.m. Friday at Rock Springs Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Tomblyn Whitescarver Funeral Home, Buckhannon.

Sours, Ronald Dean Sours

Source: The Ashland [Ohio] Times-Gazette; 15 Aug 2003

Ronald Dean Sours, 51, avid

sports fan, outdoorsman

Ronald Dean Sours, 51, 503 Carroll St., died unexpectedly Aug. 13, 2003, at his home.

Mr. Sours was born June 26, 1952, in Ashland County, the son of Paul and Ruby Bowen Sours. He was a packer at F.E. Myers, having worked there for 32 years. He was a member of the Eagles Club 2178 of Ashland and the Moose Lodge of Ashland. He was an avid sports fan and outdoorsman.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Kauffman Sours; whom he married Nov. 5, 1982; a son, Matthew, at home; a daughter, Cassie, at home, a stepdaughter and stepson-in-law, Misty and Dan Keener of Ashland; three brothers, Jerry, Duane and Rex Sours all of Ashland; and one sister, Sandy Morgan of Sandyville, W.Va. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services will be 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, 2003, at Fickes Funeral Home in Jeromesville with Travis Irwin officiating. Burial will be in the Jeromesville Cemetery.

Friends may call from 6 to 9 p.m. today, Aug. 15, 2003, at the funeral home. there will be a ceremony conducted by the Eagles Club of Ashland at 8:45 p.m.

St. Dennis, Glenda St. Dennis, nee Thelander

Source: The Havre [Montana] Daily News; Thursday, May 1st, 2003

Glenda Caroline St. Dennis, 41, died unexpectedly Saturday, April 26, 2003, at her residence in Havre.

Cremation has taken place. There will be a private gathering of friends and family at a later time.

Glenda was born Feb. 17, 1962, to Arthur and Charlotee (Bray) Thelander in Bellingham,Wash. She grew up in Bellingham and Cordova, Alaska, and attended schools there. After school Glenda went to work on commercial fishing boats, in canneries, and as a horse wrangler.

Glenda married Joe St. Dennis in 1995 in Havre after the couple had been going together for 17 years. They moved to Havre to be closer to Joe's family.

Glenda loved to be in the outdoors. She was a hard worker. She enjoyed planting flowers and had a knack for growing beautiful plants. She was an animal lover, especially dogs. She would always take in homeless animals and people. She was generous, kind and fun-loving.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents; her father, Arthur, in 1992; and a brother-in-law, Rusty St. Dennis, in 2000.

Glenda is survived by her husband, Joe St. Dennis of Havre; mother, Charlotte Bray of Cordova; sister, Faith Barnes of Cordova; brother, Patrick Barnes of Cordova; five nieces and numerous cousins; mother-in-law, Essie St. Dennis of Havre; father-in-law, Russell St. Dennis of Bosnia; sister-in-law, Jamie St. Dennis of Havre; grandmother-in-law, Rose Keck of Havre.

Memorials may be made to the Havre Animal Shelter, 520 Fourth Street, Havre, MT 59501. Arrangements are under the direction of Holland & Bonine Funeral Home.

Stackpole, Patricia Ann Stackpole, nee Smith

Source: http://www.recordpub.com/obituaries; 15 Apr 2003

Patricia Stackpole, 60

Waterloo cook for 21 years

RANDOLPH

Patricia Ann Stackpole, 60, died Sunday, April 13, 2003, at her home.Born June 20, 1942 in Akron, she was the daughter of Paul and Anna (Groover) Smith. She lived in Cuyahoga Falls before moving to Randolph 39 years ago.Mrs. Stackpole was a cook at Waterloo Primary School for 21 years until she retired March 31.She attended Rootstown United Methodist Church.

Survivors include her husband, Robert A.; son, James (Jennifer) of Atwater; daughter, Julie (David) Savage Jr. of Atwater; four grandchildren; mother, Anna Smith of Cuyahoga Falls; brother, John (Micci) Smith of Kansas City, Mo.; and sisters, Chris (Ronald) Lacy of Monroe Falls, and Pamela (Gary) Gladish of Michigan. Her father, Paul Smith, died previously.

Calling hours will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Wood-Kortright Funeral Home, Ravenna Chapel where services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, with the Rev. Donald Lare officiating. Burial will be in Hillside Cemetery in Randolph.

Stanley, Norma Marie Stanley, nee Price

Source: as posted on findagrave.com probably from the Shelbyville [Indiana] News; 2 Jan 2004

Norma Marie Stanley, 83, of Shelbyville, died Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2003, at Major Hospital.

Born Dec. 8, 1920, in Shelbyville, she was the daughter of Frank and Thena (Stevens) Taggart.* She married Howard Stanley Dec. 24, 1939, and he preceded her in death on Feb. 27, 1979.

Survivors include two daughters, Sharon (husband, David) Pearce of Waldron and Pamela (husband, John) Farlow of Snohomish, Wash.; one son, Stephen (wife, Irene) Stanley of Shelbyville; one sister, Katherine Lozier of North Vernon; one half-brother, Robert Taggart of Indianapolis; one half-sister, Virginia (husband, Wayne) Jackson of Shelbyville; nine grandchildren, Lisa Thornburg, Kim Collins, Lori Yeend, Tony Kuhn, Dawn Branson, Angela Kortepeter, Sarah Farlow, Jennifer Farlow and Anna Farlow; three step-grandchildren, Connie Smothers, Jill Scheffer** and Kim Pearce; 17 great-grandchildren; three stepgreat-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by one half-sister, Delores McClain; one half-brother, James Taggart; one grandson and one great-great-grandchild.

Mrs. Stanley was a lifelong Shelby County resident.

She was employed by G.C. Murphy for 25 years, retiring in 1983.

Mrs. Stanley was a member of Crossroads Community Church.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Carmony-Ewing Broadway Funeral Home, 232 W. Broadway St.

Funeral services will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home, with the Revs. Mike Lockwood and Glenn Rumrill officiating.

Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Crossroads Community Church in care of Carmony-Ewing Broadway Funeral Home, 232 W. Broadway St., Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Submitter's Notes:

* Indiana Marriages, 1811-2007 gives Thena and Asbury as the parents of Norma when she married Howard Laverne Stanley on 24 Dec 1939. Her parents divorced, both remarried, so Frank Taggart would have been her stepfather.

** This should be SHEAFFER.

Steele, Garison Garland Steele

Source: yourhoustonnews.com; 18 Dec 2003

Garison Garland Steele, 14, born March 21, 1989 in Humble, Texas died December 7, 2003 in Porter, Texas. Garison attended Joyful Sound Christian Academy and was very active in his church and school. He enjoyed four-wheeling with his friends and worked part-time in a body shop to learn as much as he could about cars.

Garison is survived by his mother, Betsy of Porter, Texas; grandparents, Harley and Sally Pritchard; a very special aunt, Jean Pritchard of Porter, Texas; uncles, Joe Pritchard and his wife, Deb of New Caney, Texas; Tim Pritchard and his wife, Teresa and many cousins and friends. Garison was a kind and gentle young man who will be missed by all that knew and loved him.

Services were held December 14, 2003 at Joyful Sound Church in Porter with Harley and Sally Pritchard officiating.

Stephens, Elsworth Leroy "Bill" Stephens

Source: The Herald-Times, Bloomington, Indiana — Saturday, May 3, 2003

Elsworth Leroy Or Bill Stephens, 85

of Linton

May 15, 1917 - May 1, 2003

LINTON -- Elsworth Leroy "Bill" Stephens, 85, of Linton, died Thursday at Greene County General Hospital in Linton.

He was a carpenter for Rice's Building Supply, where he retired in 1982 after 30 years service.

Survivors include his wife, Wilma Faye Stephens; two sons, Glenn Leroy Stephens and Douglas Elsworth Stephens, both of Linton; and five daughters, Connie Hall, Linda Franklin, Nancy Hall, Terry Lux and Jerri Phipps, all of Linton.

Services will be 1:30 p.m. Monday at Anderson-Poindexter Memory Chapel in Linton. Burial will be at Olive Branch Cemetery.

Friends may call 4-8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until services Monday at the funeral home.

[Submitter's Note: Below is a more complete obituary but the newspaper was not listed.]

Stephens, Elsworth Leroy "Bill" Stephens

Source: as posted on findagrave by Susan Haldeman; May 2003

Elsworth Leroy "Bill" Stephens, 85, of Linton, passed away at 1:50 p.m., Thursday, May 1, 2003 at Greene County General Hospital in Linton.

Born May 15, 1917 in Robinson, he was the son of Clark Byrl and Viola Gertrude (Huffer) Stephen.

He was a carpenter for Rice's Building Supply with 30 years of service retiring in 1982. He was a member of Faith Tabernacle Pentecostal Church of God in Linton.

Survivors include his wife, Wilma Faye (Hoops) Stephens of Linton; two sons and daughters-in-law, Glenn Leroy and Donna Stephens of Linton and Douglas Elsworth and Shelia Stephens of Linton; five daughters and sons-in-law, Connie and Carl Hall, Linda and Charles Franklin, Nancy and Donald Hall, Terry and Paul Lux, and Jerri and Jim Phipps all of Linton; 19 grandchildren; and 21 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by one daughter; four brothers; three sisters; three great grand and one great great grandchild; and her parents.

Funeral service will be at Anderson-Poindexter Linton Memory Chapel at 1:30 p.m. on Monday with the Rev. Vernon Raines officiating. Burial will follow at Olive Branch Cemetery.

Stevens, Larry Stevens

Source: The Cassady-Turkle-Christian Funeral Home web site; September 2003

Larry Stevens age 49 of Limaville died at Westchester Medical Center in New York on September 4, 2003.

He was born in Ravenna, Ohio on March 24, 1954 to Darrell and Beatrice "Birdie" Scott Stevens.

Mr. Stevens graduated in 1972 from Southeast High School, worked as a Field Service Technician for ITW Corp, and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. He was a member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church.

Larry enjoyed photography, fishing, hobby farming, playing chess, and spending time with his children.

Survivors include his wife, Jaime Davies Stevens, his father Darrell Stevens, of Palmyra, daughter Sarah Stevens of the home, son Bryan Stevens of the home, stepson Christopher Gates of Alliance, stepson Scott Gates (Linda Mireya) of Atwater, and brother Randy Stevens of Palmyra.

He was preceded in death by his mother and grandparents.

Services will be held Wednesday September 10, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Aldersgate United Methodist Church with Pastor Kenneth Price officiating. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service Wednesday at the church. Interment will be at Palmyra Cemetery.

Stewart, Mary Grace Stewart (nee--Matz)
Source--The Marion Star Online   Marion, Ohio
Published--Thursday, December 18, 2003
     MOUNT GILEAD, OHIO-- Mary Grace (Matz) Stewart, 64, of Willow Lane, Mount Gilead, Ohio died Tuesday, December 16, 2003, in Riverside Hospital. She was born in Greenville, Ohio on October 2, 1939, the daughter of the late Leland and Olive Cyphert Matz. She received a bachelor of fine arts degree from the University in Cincinnati. She worked as an art teacher for Marion Catholic and Marion City Schools. She moved here from Waldo in 1998. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church and had been active in the Marion Meals on Wheels, Marion County Homemakers and the Ohio State University Extension Service. She excelled in creating and teaching others to create beautiful art and crafts pieces.
    She is survived by her husband, Paul C. Stewart, whom she married March 29, 1963; a son, Peter Stewart of Norfolk, Virginia; two granddaughters, Justine and Jenelle Stewart; a brother Marvin Matz of Boca Raton, Fla; and a sister, Martha Kay Dale of Princeton, Florida.
    A brother, David Matz, also preceded her in death. Pastor Dennis L. Braun will conduct funeral services in Snyder Funeral
Home in Mount Gilead on Friday at 2 p.m. Friends may call one hour prior to the services. Burial will follow in Rivercliff Cemetery. Memorial contributions can be made to the First Presbyterian Church. Condolances may be expressed to the family at www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Stimpert, Randy Edmond Stimpert

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Tuesday, April 15, 2003
     LEWISVILLE - Randy Edmond Stimpert, 35, of Lewisville died Sunday (April 13, 2003) at his home. He was born Nov. 24, 1967, in Barnesville to Jerry E. and Winnie "Kate" Lucas Stimpert. He was a carpenter and was a member of the Woodsfield Nazarene Church. He was a four-wheeler enthusiast.
     He is survived by his wife, Jody Blackstone Stimpert; one son, Darren Stimpert at home; two daughters, Melissa Stimpert and Melanie Stimpert, both at home; his parents of Lewisville; and two sisters, Marsha Pittman of Lewisville and Vickie Nalley of Summerfield.
     He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, George and Zelda Stimpert; and his maternal grandparents, Charles and Bessie Lucas.
     Memorial services are at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the Woodsfield Church of the Nazarene at 223 Maple Ave., Woodsfield, with the Rev. William Graham and the Rev. Dave Langdon officiating. Burial is at the convenience of the family. Bauer-Turner Funeral Home in Woodsfield is in charge of arrangements.

Stine, Floyd W. Stine
Source: The daily Jeffersonian: dated February 7, 2003
WOODSFIELD — Floyd W. Stine, 83, of West Union Road, Sardis, died Wednesday (Feb. 5, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield.
Friends may call from 2 to 9 p.m. today (Friday) at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, Woodsfield, where services will be 1 p.m. Saturday with the Rev. Richard Wilson officiating. Burial will be in St. John’s United Church of Christ Cemetery, Powhatan Point.

Stoffer, Ronald L. Stoffer

Source: The Alliance [Ohio] Review; 28 Jul 2003

Ronald L. Stoffer, 51, of 156 E. Oregon Ave., Sebring, died at 8 p.m. Friday, July 25, 2003, at his residence.

He was born Oct. 26, 1951, in Alliance to Earl and Elizabeth (Runion) Stoffer. A self-employed carpenter, Mr. Stoffer was of the Catholic faith. He was a member of Sebring American Legion Post 6730, as well as F.O.E. Aerie 1496 in Leetonia.

Surviving ae his wife, Cathy (Snyder); a son, Shawn Stoffer; his mother of Salem; two stepdaughters, Christina Lamp of the home and Jamie Lamp of Sebring; a stepson, Michael Lamp of Berlin Center; two sisters, Sharon Parks and Gloria Franklin, both of Salem; three brothers, Mark Stoffer of Florida, Mike Stoffer of Lisbon and Rusty Stoffer of Gainesville, Md.; and one granddaughter.

His father preceded him in death Sept. 17, 1997.

Arrangements include cremation. Memorial contributions may be made to Alliance Visiting Nurse Association and Hospice.

Gednetz-Ruzek Funeral Home are in charge of arrangements. (7-28-03)

Stoneking, Cody Michelle Stoneking

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Thursday, April 24, 2003
     WOODSFIELD - Cody Michelle Stoneking, infant daughter of Michael Todd and Denise Sawyers Stoneking of Woodsfield, died Tuesday (April 22, 2003) at Ohio Valley Medical Center in Wheeling, W.Va. In addition to her parents, she is survived by two sisters, Shelby Lyn Sawyers of Woodsfield and Tori Hall of St. Clairsville; maternal grandparents, Dennis and Marilyn Sawyers of Hannibal; paternal grandfather, Raymond (Sharon) Stoneking of New Martinsville, W.Va.; paternal grandmother, Debbie (Mike) Pandelos of Martins Ferry, Ohio; maternal great-grandparents, Robert and Anna Mae Sawyers of Powhatan Point; and paternal
great-grandmother, Lucille Stoneking of New Martinsville.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Friday at Hannibal United Methodist Church with the Rev. Diana Guyette and the Rev. Wendy Erb officiating. Burial is in Hannibal. The family will receive friends from 4 to 9 p.m. today at Grisell Funeral Home, 37234 Mound St., Sardis.
     Memorial contributions may be made to Hannibal United Methodist Church, Box 187, Hannibal, Ohio 43931.

Taylor, Mary Colleen Taylor, nee McClure

Source: The Wheeling [West Virginia] News Register

TAYLOR, MARY (BALWANZ),* 57, of New Martinsville went home to be with the Lord on March 23, 2003 in Wheeling Hospital.

She was born January 19, 1946 in Akron, Ohio, daughter of the late Franklin McClure and Myrtle Marie (Staley).

She was a homemaker and Protestant by faith.

Surviving are her husband, Ralph Edward Taylor, two daughters, Elizabeth Taylor Horn of Clarington, Ohio and Margaret Taylor of New Martinsville, three step-daughters, Nancy McPeek and Patricia Taylor of New Matamoras, Ohio and Karen Pyles of Sardis, one stepson, Ronnie Taylor of Woodsfield, a half-brother Charles Midcap of Porters Falls; 10 grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

Services will be held at the family's convenience.**

Arrangements by Iams Funeral Home, New Martinsville.

Submitter's Notes:

* Mary Colleen Taylor's biological father was Franklin McClure, but her stepfather was Robert A. "Lonnie" Balwanz.

**Services were on Tuesday, March 25, 2003, with interment in New Martinsville, West Virginia.

Taylor, N. Helen Taylor nee Holcomb
Source: The Marietta Times, Saturday, December 20, 2003

WOODSFIELD - N. Helen Taylor, 99, of 149 Andover Road died Friday (Dec. 19, 2003) at the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield. She was born Feb. 19, 1904, in Indian Run, Ky., to Grant and Jessie Book Holcomb. She was a retired assembly line worker for General Motors in Dayton. She was a member of First United Methodist Church at Woodsfield and a former member of Ocala United Methodist Church at Ocala, Fla.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Ernest S. Taylor, in 1975; her parents; three brothers, Luther Holcomb, Robert Holcomb and Leonard Holcomb; and three sisters, Gertrude Hill, Julie Climer and Lena Holcomb.

She is survived by one sister, Mary Pollock of Woodsfield; and several nieces and nephews, including Bruce Climer and his wife, Kathy, of Jerusalem, Ohio.

There is no visitation. Friends will be received from 6 p.m. until the time of memorial services at 7 p.m. Monday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield with Jim Holcomb officiating. Burial is in Seffner Cemetery in Seffner, Fla., at the convenience of the family.

Thompson, Harold Thompson Sr.

Source: The Columbus [Indiana] Republic, as posted on findagrave.com; 15 Jan 2003

Columbus

HOPE -- Harold D. Thompson Sr., 54, of Columbus died at 2:45 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, at Columbus Regional Hospital.

Mr. Thompson worked at Smurfit Stone Container for 30 years, retiring in August. An avid fisherman, he was a member of the Eagles Lodge and was a veteran of the Navy.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Saturday at Norman Funeral Home. Calling will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday. Burial will be at Winchester Cemetery in Shelby County.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of South Central Indiana.

Born in Shelby County Aug. 6, 1948, Mr. Thompson was the son of Lloyd and Josie Pope Thompson. He married Jacklyn L. Mourey June 9, 1972.

Survivors include his wife; sons, Wesley Mourey of North Vernon and Harold "Moose" Thompson Jr. and Jeff Thompson, both of Columbus; brothers, Tom, John, David and Ron Thompson, all of Columbus, and Lloyd Thompson of Edinburgh; sisters, Shirley Aterburn,* Beverly Thompson and Kathy Ogle, all of Columbus, and Becky Thompson of Taylorsville; and five grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a twin brother, Gerald Thompson.

*Submitter's Note: It was spelled ARTERBURN in brother David Wayne Thompson's obituary. Below is the article regarding his funeral service.

Thompson, Harold Thompson Sr.

Source: The Columbus [Indiana] Republic, as posted on findagrave.com; 22 Jan 2003

Service

Harold D. Thompson Sr.

The funeral for Harold D. Thompson Sr., 54, of Columbus was Saturday at Norman Funeral Home at Hope with the Rev. Mike Childers officiating.

Burial was at Winchester Cemetery in Shelby County. Pallbearers were Wesley Mourey, Jeffrey, David and Johnny R. Thompson, Harold Thompson Jr. and Lloyd Thompson Jr.

Mr. Thompson died Monday, Jan. 13, 2003, at Columbus Regional Hospital.

*Submitter’s Note: Above is a more complete obituary.

Thurston, Nell (Lillian Nell) Thurston, nee Dixon

Source: as posted on findagrave.com; 4 or 5 Mar 2003

Nell Thurston, 73, of Shelbyville, died Monday, March 3, 2003, at Major Hospital.

Born Nov. 24, 1929, in Campbellsville, Ky., she was the daughter of William and Eva (Shearer) Dixon. She married John Thurston and he preceded her in death in 1971.

Survivors include three daughters, Barbara Dixon and Mary Ogden, both of Shelbyville, and June Siefert of Texas; three sons, Richard Thurston and Randy Thurston, both of Shelbyville, and Ronnie Thurston of Texas; two sisters, Martha Lockridge of Shelbyville and Lucille Woods of Columbus; one brother, Danny Dixon of Shelbyville; eight grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

Mrs. Thurston was a homemaker.

She was a member of Grace Wesleyan Church.

Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison St.

Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home, with the Revs. Harvey Weaver and Rod Beheler officiating.

Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Shelby County, 110 S. Harrison St., Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Tisher, William I. Tisher

Source: The Akron [Ohio] Beacon Journal; 5 Jul 2003

RITTMAN -- William I. Tisher, 81, of Rittman, died July 3, 2003.

He was a retired employee of Packaging Corporation of America. He was an Army veteran of World War II, and a member of the Milton Presbyterian Church, American Legion, and 83 INF Division.

Survived by son, Ron (Renee) Tisher of Rittman; daughter, Krista (Tim) Fetter of Rittman; six grandchildren; brother, Richard Tisher of Worland, Wyo. His wife, Alberta Tisher, died April 1, 1997.

Services will be held Monday, 11 a.m. at Gillman Funeral Home, where friends may call from 2 to 5 p.m., Sunday, with Rev. Richard A. Lapehn officiating. Interment at Rittman Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rittman All Sports Booster Club.

(Gillman, 330-925-2911.)

Tobin, Mary Jean "Jeanne" Tobin, nee Patterson

Source: The Chico [California] Enterprise-Record - Thursday, October 9, 2003

JEANNE TOBIN

Jeanne Tobin, 79, passed away on October 5, 2003 in Oroville of natural causes. She was born to James and Veda Patterson on November 22, 1923 in Westwood, California.

From the late 1960's until 1972, she was in a motorcycle club. She was voted Butte College Woman of the Year in 1972. She retired from the Butte County Auditor Office in 1993. She enjoyed classical music and opera. She and her husband, William just celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary on September 30th.

She is survived by her husband William Tobin; her son Robert Snyder of Redding; her daughter Katherine Snyder of Oroville; and her grandson Gordon Snyder, who is currently in Iraq.

A Memorial Service will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14, 2003 at Calvary Baptist Church, 2377 Foothill Blvd., Oroville. A private burial will take place at Memorial Park in Oroville. Arrangements are under the direction of Scheer Memorial Chapel.

Treadway, Nancy E. Treadway, nee Wise

Source: unnamed newspaper article

RENO--Nancy E. Treadway, 57, of P.O. Box 97, Reno, died at her home Thursday (July 3, 2003).

She was born July 13, 1945, in Fearing Township, Washington County, to Emery and Goldie Victoria Jackson Wise. She was a 1963 graduate of Marietta High School.

She was a member of Glory Worship Center and had been employed as a cashier at Heck's.

She is survived by her husband, Kenneth Treadway Jr., whom she married on Nov. 16, 1995: one brother Robert and his wife Jan, of Rye, Texas; two sisters, Loretta Butler and her husband, Bob, of Belpre, and Linda McPearson of Texas; one step-daughter, Christa McPeek of Sardis; four step-sons, Michael Treadway and Kenneth Treadway III, both of Marietta, Sean Treadway of Virginia and Chad Treadway of Sardis; and one sister-in-law Mary Wise of Belpre.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother Edsel Wise.

Services are at 11 A.M. Monday at Blaze of Glory Worship Center on Ohio 7, Reno, with Pastor Charles Hall officiating. Burial is in East Lawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Sunday at Hadley Funeral Home, Reno Chapel.

Treherne, Maude L. Brown Treherne, nee Leisure

Source: The Marietta [Ohio] Times; 7 Apr 2003

Maude L. Brown Treherne, 92, of Cutler Street, Marietta, died at 9:41 a.m. Thursday (March 6, 2003) at Marietta Memorial Hospital.

She was born Feb. 18, 1911, in Monroe County to Greeley and Nina Vanfossen Leisure. Her home had been in Marietta since 1938, and for the past 10 years, she had made her home with her son, Dennis Brown, who cared for her. In her earlier years, she enjoyed playing bingo and also liked to crochet. She was a member of the Marietta Church of Christ.

She is survived by four sons, Charles "Buster" Brown and his wife, Mary, Donald E. Brown and his wife, Susan, Dennis Brown and Richard R. Brown and his wife, Vivian, all of Marietta; two daughters, Joan Thomas and her friend, William Thomas, and Dianne Minnifield and her husband, Johnny, of Cleveland; a number of grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one sister, Rose Bush of Lockbourne, Ohio; a number of nieces and nephews; and her good friend Elladeane Ritchie of Marietta.

On Oct. 5, 1931, she married Hubert C. Brown. He died in 1949. She was also preceded in death by her parents; and 12 brothers and sisters.

Services are at 11 a.m. Monday at McClure-Schafer-Lankford Funeral Home in Marietta. Burial is in East Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call from 2 p.m. Sunday until the hour of the service at the funeral home.

Truax, Alice G. Truax nee Hooper

Source: The Marietta Times, dated Monday, March 17, 2003
      WOODSFIELD - Alice G. Truax, 86, of Old Brick Road died Sunday (March 16, 2003) in the Woodsfield Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She was born Oct. 29, 1916, in Monroe County to Willard Cline and Lula Hooper Cline. She was a homemaker and was a founding member and a retired member of the Woodsfield Emergency Squad. She was a member of the Richfork Church of Christ.
     She was preceded in death by her husband, Harry Truax, in 1999; her parents; and two brothers, Kenneth and William Cline.
     She is survived by two sons, Richard Truax and his wife, Nancy, of Woodsfield, and Danny Truax and his wife, Sue, of Battle Creek, Mich.; one daughter, Shelva Briggs and her husband, Chuck, of Woodsfield; one sister, Thelma Hensel of Brownsville, Ohio; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
     Services are at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home at 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with Minister Harold Kinney officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. until time for the services on Tuesday.
     Memorial contributions may be made to Woodsfield Emergency Squad, 108 W. Court St., Woodsfield, Ohio 43793.

Truax, L. Joanne Truax nee Ricer

Source: The Times Leader, dated Thursday, August 21, 2003

L. Joanne Truax, age 76, of South High Street, Woodsfield, Ohio, died Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2003 in the Monroe County Care Center, Woodsfield. She was born April 23, 1927 in Monroe County, Ohio a daughter of the late Homer Ricer and Wella Moose Ricer.

She was preceded in death by one son, Dwight David Truax and an aunt, Elva Norris, two sisters, Virginia Buzzard and Martha Boggs.

Surviving are her husband of 59 years, Junior L. Truax, of Woodsfield; two sons: Ryan Truax and his wife Annette of Pittsburgh and Mark Truax and his wife Kathy of Woodsfield; two daughters, Sandra Sockman and her husband Jim of St. Clairsville, Jean Cross and her husband Wayne of New Martinsville; three sisters Patricia Miller and her husband Ted of Wintersville, Betty Buelich of Monroe, North Carolina, Margaret Kessler and her husband Edward of Wellston, Ohio; six grandchildren and six great - grandchildren.

Friends received from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m., Thursday, at the Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, where services will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 22, 2003 with Rev. Travis Smalley officiating. Interment in the Oaklawn Cemetery, Woodsfield.

Tuley, Hugh E. Tuley

Source: The Indianapolis [Indiana] Star; 18 May 2003

Hugh E. Tuley, 47, Martinsville, died May 16, 2003.

He was born on September 5, 1955 in Rush County, IN.

Currently, he was a Sports Editor for the Martinsville Reporter and previously, an Equity Analyst for Farm Bureau Insurance in Indpls. for 13 years.

Survivors include: wife, Heather (Willsey) Tuley; parents, John and Lenora (Lucas) Tuley; and brother, Mark Tuley.

Memorial contributions suggested to the American Cancer Society.

Graveside services: 2 p.m. Tuesday, at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall, IN

Burial: Mt. Pleasant Cemetery.

Arrangements: Jones Family Mortuary.

Turner, Gary W. Turner

Source: The Newark [Ohio] Advocate; 26 Feb 2003

Nov. 13, 1945 - Feb. 25, 2003

A funeral service for Gary W. Turner, 57, of Newark, will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at the Newark Chapel of Henderson, Van Atta & Johnston Funeral Service, with the Rev. Robert Knox officiating. Burial will follow in Wilson Cemetery.

Mr. Turner who retired from Owens Corning Fiberglas, died Feb. 25, 2003, at Licking Memorial Hospital. He was born Nov. 13, 1945, in Woodsfield, to Eleanor Jean Cline Ambrus of Newark and the late Brady E. Turner.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by his sons, Brent A. Turner and Doug E. and Jennifer Turner of Powell; sister, Rita R. Stout; one grandchild, Ashley B. Turner; nephew, Scot A. Veatch; stepbrothers, Michael and Marilyn Ambrus, Patrick and Debbie Ambrus, and Daniel and Teresa Ambrus, all of Newark; and stepsister, Kathleen and Tom Spring of Newark.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by his stepfather, Michael S. Ambrus.

Usenick, Jelena Usenick nee Kopyar
Source--Toothman Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Usenick, Jelena R., 40, of N. Sugar St., St. Clairsville, died Friday, Oct. 24, 2003 at her home. She was born Oct. 31, 1962 in Barnesville. A daughter of William Kopyar and Ada Arlene Truex Kopyar of St. Clairsville. She was an employee of the Glassworks Lounge at Oglebay Park in Wheeling and a member of the Church of Christ in St. Clairsville. She was preceded in death by her biological father, Charles McClelland; infant sister, Amy McClelland; and grandfather, Charles Truex. Surviving in addition to her parents, are two sons, Dylan and Gunner Usenick, both of the home; five sisters, Mrs. Floyd "Betty Rose" Shuttleworth of Wheeling, Mrs. Danny "Judy Lynn" McMillan of Uniontown, Mrs. Rich "Julie" Daley of North Canton, Billie Jo DeFelice of St. Clairsville, and Mrs. Greg "Jennifer" Wallace of Bellaire; two brothers, Jerry L. Kopyar and his wife Cyndi of Wheeling, Florian J. Kopyar and his wife Maggie of St. Clairsville; stepmother, Betty McClelland of St. Clairsville; grandparents, Beulah and Delmas Gibbons of Woodsfield; 12 nieces and nephews. Friends will be received at the Toothman Funeral Home in
St. Clairsville on Monday, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., where services will be held at 8 p.m., on Monday, with Everett Hutson officiating.

Virden. Vaughn L. Virden

Vaughn L. Virden, 81, of Pennsboro, died April 23, 2003, at Ruby Memorial Hospital in Morgantown.

She was born at Little Sancho in Tyler County to the late Marsh E. and Della Arnett Lantz. She retired from the G. C. Murphy Co after more than 30 years.

She is survived by three brothers and sisters-in-law, Kenneth and Edna Lantz of Chester, WVA; Ralph and Mabel Lantz of Weirton WVA; Marsh L. and Christ Lantz of Florida; two sisters and brothers-in-law, her twin Vera and Richard Riser of Fairmont and Betty and Bob Hall of Bridgeport; 18 nieces and nephews and many great-nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward G Virden; an infant sister, Majorie Lantz; four sisters and their husbands, Winnie and Joe Atkinson of New York, Genevieve and Marion Smith of Cadiz, OH, Hattie and John Kaltnecker of Parkersburg and Marry and John Miler of New York; one brother and his wife, James and Ginny Lantz of Parkersburg.

Published in the Pennsboro News on Wed., April 30, 2003.

Voland, Doris L. Crouch, nee Voland

Source: The Republic [Columbus, Indiana]; 9 Mar 2003

Newsom Industries Retiree

Doris L. Crouch

Sugar Land, Texas

Doris L. Crouch, 90, of Sugar Land, Texas, and formerly of Columbus, died at 1:20 a.m. Friday, March 7, 2003, at Atria Sugar Land Home.

She retired from Newsom Industries as a machinist and inspector after 30 years of service. She was a 50-year member of East Columbus United Methodist Church and also was a member of Order of the Eastern Star.

The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Myers Funeral Service, Reed and Jewell Chapel on 25th Street, with the Rev. Samuel J. Chizmar officiating. Calling will be from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Monday and noon until service time Tuesday. An Order of the Eastern Star memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Monday by members of the Hartsville chapter. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

Born Oct. 10, 1912, in Brown County, Mrs. Crouch was the daughter of Edward and Rhoda Stinson Voland. She married Hiram W. Crouch in Nashville.

She is survived by a son, James Crouch of Douglass, Texas; grandchildren, Randall Crouch and Shelly Speakman, both of Fort Wayne, Robert Crouch of Corinthia, Kathy Jung of Houston, Texas, and William Smith of Douglass; and 11 great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband on April 20, 1969; a brother, Jim Voland; and sisters, Edith Lain and Grace Wright.

Voland, Ruth H. Voland, nee Harber

Source: The Pantagraph (Bloomington, Illinois) - Sunday, April 13, 2003

CHENOA - The funeral of Ruth H. Voland, 84, of Chenoa will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at First United Presbyterian Church, Chenoa, the Rev. Peg Casper officiating. Burial will be in Chenoa Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday at the memorial home.

She died at 11:55 p.m. Thursday (April 10, 2003) at her residence.

Memorials may be made to Chenoa Library or mission work through the Presbyterian Church in Brazil.

She was born March 21, 1919, in Streator, a daughter of Ralph C. and Elizabeth Jones Harber. She married Charles Ervin Voland on March 31, 1945, in Streator. He died Sept. 11, 1981.

Survivors include four daughters, Cheryl (Steve) Fladwood and Mary (Jesse) Acklam, both of Waterford, Wis.; Valerie (Charles) Black, Jacksonville; and Kay (David) Fulkerson, Manville; her rotary exchange daughter, Rachel Dick, Brazil; 10 grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, John D. Harber.

She was a member of Chenoa First United Presbyterian Church; Arts and Travel, Chenoa Women's Club and Chenoa Library Board. She was a volunteer at Brokaw Hospital and was Chenoan of the Year in 1997.

She was a graduate of Streator High School and Normal State University. She was a first grade teacher at Otter Creek School, Streator, and Chenoa Grade School.

Wade, Lawrence L. Wade
Source--Rolling Mills Online Obituaries
Published--2003
Wade, Lawrence L. (born 17 Jul 1929, died 10 Feb 2003)
CLARINGTON - Lawrence L. Wade, 73, of Cain Ridge died Monday (Feb. 10, 2003) at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born July 17, 1929, in Proctor, W.Va., to Elzie and Florence Cecil Wade. He was a Marine Corps veteran. He retired from Conalco at Hannibal and was a member of St. John's United Church of Christ at Powhatan Point.He is survived by his wife, Janet Sue Hoskinson Wade; two daughters, Linda Wade and Sandy Wade, both of Woodsfield; one son, Roger Wade and his wife, Beth Ann Brown Wade, of Bellaire; two stepdaughters, Melinda Fulk and her husband, Jeff, of Athens and Amber Knowlton of Marietta; two sisters, Beulah Stimpert and her husband, Elroy, of Sebring and Roxie Crane of New Martinsville, W.Va.; two grandsons, Joshua Wade and Eric Wade; two stepgranddaughters, Rowan Fulk and Cassandra Fulk; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.Services are at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bauer-Turner Funeral Home, 100 S. Paul St., Woodsfield, with the Rev. Richard Wilson officiating. Burial is in Oaklawn Cemetery in Woodsfield. Friends will
be received from 2 to 9 p.m. today at the funeral home.Memorial contributions may be made to St. John's United Church of Christ, 51705 German Ridge Road, Powhatan Point, Ohio 43942; to a local cancer society; or donate a pint of blood in his name.

Wagner, John G. Wagner

Source: The Marietta Times, Monday, November 17, 2003

WOODSFIELD - John G. Wagner, 78, of the Monroe County Care Center in Woodsfield, formerly of Miltonsburg, Ohio, died Sunday (Nov. 16, 2003) at the Barnesville Hospital in Barnesville, Ohio. He was born Oct. 16, 1925, near Miltonsburg, Ohio, to Andrew J. and Rosa Reischman Wagner. He was a retired laborer and was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Miltonsburg. A. U.S. Army veteran, he served during World War II.

He is survived by one brother, Frank G. Wagner and his wife, Betty, of Wheeling, W.Va.; five nephews; six nieces; and a special friend, Rosemary Kaiser of Woodsfield.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and an infant brother, Paul Andrew Wagner.

Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Wednesday at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Miltonsburg with the Rev. David Gaydosik as the celebrant. Burial is in the church cemetery. Friends will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Watters Funeral Home in Woodsfield, where vigil services will be conducted at 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Walker, Leonard Gayle* Walker

Source: The San Diego [California] Union-Tribune - Wednesday, November 5, 2003

Leonard Gayle* Walker of Ramona died November 1. He was born in Williams Town,** Mo. on August 21, 1930. Leonard served as a deputy sheriff with the San Diego County Sheriff's Dept. and was appointed Postmaster of Ramona by President John F. Kennedy.

Survivors include his wife Nancy Walker of Ramona; daughter, Linda Chalupnik; sons, Larry Walker of San Marcos and Gary Walker of Ramona; eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Graveside services: Thursday, November 6, at 11 a.m., Nuevo Memory Grounds Cemetery, Ramona.

Submitter's Notes:

*In the obituary of his twin brother Charles Dale Walker, this middle name was spelled GALE. In his father's obituary the boys were referred to as DALE and GALE.

** This should be spelled as one word, WILLIAMSTOWN.

Waltemire, Luther 'Eddie' Waltemire

Source: The Coshocton [Ohio] Tribune; 28 Oct 2003

ROSEVILLE -- Luther "Eddie" Waltemire, 70, of 274 Tad Drive, Roseville, died at 5:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 27, 2003, at Cedar Hill Care Center after an extended illness.

Born Nov. 8, 1932, at Roseville, he was formerly a foreman at Greif Brothers and a local pottery worker. He was a member of Faith Center Church near Crooksville and Peerless Lodge 591 F&AM in Crooksville. He had served on the Roseville Fire Department for 23 years and was the department's fire chief for some years and he also was an Amrou Grotto Clown for many years appearing in many parades.

Surviving are his wife of 50 years, Marie Wiseman Waltemire; daughters, Crystal (Douglas) Snider of Crooksville and Penny (Donald) Watson of Roseville; a son, Eric (Camie) Waltemire of Zanesville; a sister, Elma Jean Stottsberry of Easley, S.C.; grandchildren, Holly (Patrick) Marsh, Ryan (Tammy) Mount, Staff Sgt. Donald (Denise) Watson Jr., Justin (Jessica) Watson, Eric Waltemire Jr. and Jacob Waltemire; great-grandchildren, Trent Weiser, Xavier and Landon Marsh, Matthew and Dylan Watson and Kadin Mount; several nieces and nephews; and the family dog, Jack.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George Luther and Mabel Parsons Waltemire; and sisters, June Omen and Nila Gossman.

Calling hours will be 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at Goebel Funeral Home, 36 N. Buckeye St., Crooksville, with Peerless Lodge 591 F&AM holding services at 7:30 p.m.

Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home with the Rev. Larry Penrod and the Rev. John Glick officiating. Burial will be in Greenlawn Memory Gardens near New Lexington.

Obituary may be viewed and sign the online register book at www.goebelfuneralhome.com.

Ward, Carl D. Ward

Source: The Columbus [Indiana] Republic; 16 Dec 2003

Adesa Car Auction retiree

Road 100N

Carl D. Ward, 64, of Road 100N died at 3 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2003, at his home.

Mr. Ward worked at Adesa Car Auction for 13 years, retiring in 2002 as a driver.

The funeral will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Barkes, Inlow & Weaver Funeral Home on Washington Street, with the Rev. J. C. Brown officiating. Calling will be from 9 a.m. until service time Wednesday. Burial will be at Garland Brook Cemetery.

Born in Flat Rock Feb. 11, 1939, Mr. Ward was the son of Martin and Margaret Pope Ward. He married Emma Palmer and Betty Pfaffenberger.

Survivors include his mother, of Columbus; a son, William Henry of Columbus; brothers, Arthur, Larry and William D. Ward, all of Columbus; a sister, Marilyn Dill of Bedford; and four grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his father and both wives.

Ward, Melanie Ward, nee Diamond

Source: The Columbus [Ohio] Dispatch - Saturday, November 15, 2003

WARD (DIAMOND)

Melanie Ward, age 65, of Gahanna, died Thursday, November 13, 2003 at Kobacker House after an extended illness. As the Angels rejoice it is with deep sorrow we say goodbye to a wonderful Wife, Mother, Derger,* Sister and Friend. She touched so many people and appreciated everyone's love and support. She is now at peace in heaven with those who preceded her in death, parents Edgar and Christina Diamond, father-in-law and mother-in-law Dale and Genevra [sic?–Geneva?] Ward. Melanie is survived by her loving husband, Theron; children, Terry (Janet) Ward, Mark (Roberta) Ward, Jodell (Stan) Manos, Missy Brown; grandchildren, Terry Dale, Janella, Molly, Robby, Alex, Taylor, Connor and Kenzie; sisters, Marlene (Charles) Boe and Ronda (Daniel) Stuller; brother, Steve (Delores) Diamond; many wonderful nieces and nephews, special friends, including Mickey and Marc Perdue. She had a wonderful life and enjoyed her family, traveling and bowling. Special thanks to the very caring staff at Kobacker House. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Sunday at the SCHOEDINGER NORTHEAST CHAPEL, 1051 East Johnstown Road, Gahanna, where the Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, November 17, 2003 with Pastor John J. Manos and Rev. Ron Lokhorst officiating. Interment Mifflin Twp. Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Salvation Army or Kobacker House in her memory. Visit www.schoedinger.com to extend condolences