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Daryl D. Cerny (June 1, 2015)

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Daryl D. Cerny age 87, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 5:33 P.M. on Monday, June 1, 2015 at his residence. Daryl was born November 8, 1927 in Hay Springs, Nebraska to the late Millie & Fern (Lake) Cerny.

Daryl is survived by his sons & daughters-in-law, Neil & Diane Cerny of Pearland, Texas and David & Julie Cerny of Crawfordsville, Indiana; grandchildren, B.J. & Sherry Terry, Christopher & Shannon Cerny, Jamie Rozenkranz, Jason Cerny, Jared Wilson, Jeff Terry, Melissa & Oscar Sanchez, and Robert & Toni Wilson; 12 great-grandchildren; brother, Carol Duane Cerny of Nebraska; and sister, Fernola Stansbury of California.

In addition to his parents, Daryl was also preceded in death by his wife, Doris S. (Stolcpart) Cerny on December 2, 2011 whom he married May 23, 1951; and a sister, Twila Waterman.

Daryl served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Ball Corporation in Muncie, Indiana where he was a mechanical engineer for 26 years. Daryl was a member of the Greenville First Assembly of God and Erk Cottrell Post 140 American Legion. Daryl enjoyed photography, woodworking, rock hounding, computers, and was an avid reader.

A celebration of Daryl’s life will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Sunday, June 7, 2015 at Greenville First Assembly of God 7219 St. Rt. 118 North Greenville with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 1:00 to 2:00 P.M. in the church fellowship hall, everyone’s welcome. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com


Dennis E. Berger (June 4, 2015)

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Dennis E. Berger age 59, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 2:00 A.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at his residence. Dennis was born September 18, 1955 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Lucian L. “Tim” & Lillian P. (Monnin) Berger.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Nancy J. (Freisthler) Berger whom he married September 10, 1977; son & daughter-in-law, Craig & Amberly Berger of Huber Heights, Ohio; brothers & sisters-in-law, Larry & Debbie Berger of Springboro, Ohio and Jim & Cathy Berger of Versailles, Ohio; sister & brother-in-law, Margaret “Peg” & Tim Schultz of Versailles, Ohio; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Dennis was also preceded in death by a brother, Ron Berger.

Dennis was a job setter at Delphi in Kettering for 14 years. Dennis was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles. He was a former Versailles High School Bowling Coach and was Past Director of the Harley Owners Group Miami Valley Chapter.

A graveside service will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Ron Haft officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Tuesday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County Inpatient Care Unit at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Lucille P. “Tillie” Virden (June 4, 2015)

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Lucille P. “Tillie” Virden age 88, of Versailles, Ohio passed away at 1:07 P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville. Tillie was born October 25, 1926 in Piqua, Ohio to the late Louis & Zelma (Francis) Peltier.

Tillie is survived by her daughters & sons-in-law, Angela M. & Steven Keiser of North Star, Ohio and Christina & Lawrence Claxton of Louisiana; son, Dennis J. Virden of Idaho; granddaughter, Adrian & James Alltop; great-grandchildren, Bryan Alltop and Ashley Alltop; step grandchildren, Brian & Gina Keiser, Tracy Keiser, Angie Keiser and Kim Keiser & fiancé, Bill Mestemaker; and step great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Wenning, Logan Keiser, Chance Mestemaker, Thea Keiser, Abby Keiser and Violet Keiser.

In addition to her parents, Tillie was also preceded in death by her husband, James Robert Virden on September 26, 1995 whom she married July 26, 1946; brothers, Frenchie, Homer, Joe and Ralph Peltier; and sister, Mary Simon.

Tillie was a homemaker, caterer and cake decorator. She was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles, Daughters of Isabella and Versailles Eagles Ladies Auxiliary.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Ron Haft celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Remy Cemetery in Russia. The family will receive friends on Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M. and Wednesday morning from 9:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home in Versailles. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Pauline B. Emerick (June 5, 2015)

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Pauline B. Emerick, 98, of New Madison, Ohio, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2015 at her residence. Pauline was born on September 30, 1916 in Newtown, Indiana to the late George and Velma (Chester) Bennett.

Pauline's family moved to the Braffetsville area when she was six weeks old. She went to school in a one room schoolhouse just north of her home. Pauline was married to the late Vernon Emerick, with whom she shared almost 66 years with. She loved living on the family farm with her husband.

Pauline had traveled to all fifty states. She enjoyed taking care of her home, being with her family, and going to flea markets with her husband. In earlier years, she was active in church and school functions.

Until a fall five weeks ago, she had spent her entire life on the farm. She then was able to come back to the farm and spend her last days there. Pauline was also a member of the New Madison United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, Pauline is preceded in death by her husband, Vernon Emerick; a sister, Maxine Bennett; a brother, Robert Bennett.

Pauline is survived by a daughter, Christy Hight and Dick George of New Madison; a son, Jack and his wife Pat Emerick of Florida; five grandchildren, Diana and husband Jeff Hall, Cathy and husband Paul Mikesell, Jill Emerick and Tony Vigh, Joe Emerick, and John Emerick; seven great grandchildren, Jessica Bates, Heather Nelson, Anthony Bennett, Audrey Bennett, Matt Dillon, Jade Vigh, Max Emerick, and Joe Emerick; two great-great granddaughters, Madison Bates and Dakota Wooten

Graveside celebration of life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 10th, 2015 in the Greenmound Cemetery with Sylvia McKibben officiating. Friends and family may visit from 6 PM - 8PM on Tuesday, June 9th, 2015 at Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Family request memorial contributions be given to the State of the Heart Hospice. Donations will be accepted at the funeral home.

Arrangements entrusted to Braund Pope Funeral Home in New Madison. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.braundpope.com.

Jack L. Jones (June 4, 2015)

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Jack L. Jones age 73, of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 8:12 P.M. on Thursday, June 4, 2015 at Oakley Place in Greenville. Jack was born February 4, 1942 in Celina, Ohio to the late Donald & Frances L. (Pearson) Jones.

Jack is survived by a daughter & son-in-law, Kimberly & Dwight Leeper of Rossburg; son & daughter-in-law, David & Laura Jones of Peebles; grandchildren, Candice Jones, Brigitte Jones, Elizabeth Jones, Tiffany Jones, Jessica Jones, Alyssa Jones, Brittany & Korey Harrod, Ashley & Mitch Winner and Katie Leeper; and numerous great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Jack was also preceded in death by his wife, Nancy A. (Whittaker) Jones on October 8, 2013 whom he married February 7, 1963; son, Gary Whittaker; and brother, Scott Jones.

Jack served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War. Jack retired from Huffy in Celina. Jack was a member of the Greenville V.F.W.

The family will receive friends on Monday, June 8, 2015 from 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home in Greenville with Military Honors conducted by the Greenville Veteran’s Honor Guard at 6:00 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the Resident Activities Fund at the Oakley Place. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com

Leon W. R. Schultz (June 7, 2015)

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Leon W. R. Schultz, 89 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Sunday June 7, 2015 at 4:30 PM. at State of the Heart Hospice Care Center, Greenville, Ohio. Leon was born January 8, 1926 near Rossburg, Ohio in Darke County. He was the son of the late John & Ruby (Kinnison) Schultz.

He attended school in Covington, Ohio. He served in the United States Army during World War II. He was wounded while serving overseas in France and was awarded the Purple Heart and Bronze Star for bravery. After his military service he returned to farming. Later he worked at Shellar-Globe in Union City, Ohio, after working for the Ohio Department of Transportation for 18 years he retired. Leon has been a member of the Versailles Christian Church for 54 years and served as a deacon. He helped deliver meals on wheels. His hobbies were cooking, playing solitaire and bird watching.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and his brother Dale.

He is survived by is wife: Marjorie (Fields) Horner Schultz whom he married April 15, 1949. They had been married 66 years. Also survived by three sons: Ronald (Horner) Schultz and wife Judy of Covington, Ohio, Tim Schultz and wife Peggy of Versailles, Mike Schultz and wife Doris of St. Henry, Ohio; daughter: Christina Hammaker and husband Randy of Versailles; eight grandchildren: Ted Schultz, Dr. Angela Isbel and husband Chris, Carey Whittington and husband Darin, Shane Schultz and wife Kim, Shannon Link and husband Josh, Kim Hayes and husband Mike, Nick Hammaker and Katie Hammaker; great grandchildren: Lauren& Madelyn Isbel, Marcus & Mary Grisez, Reid & Emma Whittington, Owen & Gavin Schultz, Parker, Riley & Logan Link, Courtney, Taylor & Noah Hayes; sisters: Patty Key, Martha Oliver; brother: Herschel Schultz and wife Ruth Ann; sister in law: Dorothy Schultz; & numerous nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Thursday June 11, 2015 at 10:00 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio with Pastor Dennis Wheeler officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Wednesday June 10, 2015 at the funeral home. Veteran’s graveside services will be conducted by the Versailles Veterans Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to Disabled American Veterans, Versailles Food Pantry, or donor’s choice.

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

Curtis Matthew Miller (June 6, 2015)

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Curtis Matthew Miller, 34, of Arcanum, Ohio, passed away Saturday, June 6, 2015 at his residence.

He was born April 17, 1981 in Lima Ohio, son of Charles (Sandy) Miller, Sr. of Ansonia and Sandra (John) Gates of Anna, OH. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Collin and William and grandparents, Clayton (Mary) Johns and Charles (Sandra) Miller.

Curtis was a wonderful husband and devoted father. He was an incredibly proud dad, who dedicated his time and every ounce of energy to Ashlyn and all her ever changing interests. She was the light of his life. Curtis was an inspiration to the lives of everyone he met and never knew a stranger. He loved motorcycles and was an avid Bengals fan. He was a graduate of Ansonia High School Class of 2000. He was diagnosed with Good Pasture's Syndrome at the age of 19, however, he never let his illness define who he was.

He is survived by his wife of 12 years his high school sweetheart, Casey L. (Bingham) Miller whom he married May 17, 2003; daughter, Ashlyn Miller of Arcanum; brothers and sisters, Charles (Heidi) Miller, II of Rossburg, Jennifer (Clint) Wright of Lima, OH, Craig (Renee) Miller of Lima, OH, Jennelle (Luke) Wright of Harrod, OH, Chad (Cara) Miller of Arcanum, Christopher (Jessica) Miller of Greenville, Lindsey (Scott) Miller of Ansonia, Jeanette Zimmerman of St. Marys, OH, Michael (Erika) Hahn of Dayton, OH, Sheila Hahn of Galloway, OH; stepbrothers and stepsisters, Linda Ross of Pasco, OH, John Gates, Jr. of Sidney, OH, Danny Gates of Sidney, OH; father and mother-in-law, Charles (Diana) Bingham of Arcanum, OH; sister-in-law, Jamie (Jeremy) Fox of Arcanum, OH; and several nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Services will be held 11 AM. Friday, June 12, at the Greenville First Assembly of God 7219 St Rt 118 Greenville, OH with Pastor Dale Boeger officiating, Burial will follow in Abbottsville Cemetery.

The family will receive friends Thursday, from 4 PM to 8 PM at the Oliver Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, OH, and one hour prior to the service at the church. In the lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to the family.

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

Roma L. Thomas (June 7, 2015)

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Roma L. Thomas, 81, of Greenville, was securely held by Jesus and taken to her heavenly home on Sunday afternoon, 4:30 PM, June 7, 2015.

Roma Louise was born March 23, 1934 in Greenville to William and Mary (Ross) Delk.

On June 1, 1952 she wed Joe A. Hicks. Sharing fifty-five years of married life he preceded her in death September 1, 2007. Survived by her children Roma was a loving mother of five; Deb Eley (John Hickey) of Natick, MA, Terri (Mike) Wallen of Hilliard, Elaine (Jeff) Tomski of Killbuck, Brian (Robyn) Hicks of Arcanum and Pam (Frank) Hueske of Hanover, PA. She was an affectionate grandma of eight; Andy (Christine) Wallen, Niki (Mike) Rees, Adam Tomski, Lauren (Ryan) Giffin, Amanda (Seth) Koontz, Sarah (Josh) Murray, Ashley (Jason) Barna, and Luke Hueske. How happy Roma was to welcome seven great-grandchildren; Connor and Brady Wallen, Joselyn Rees, Cameron and Bennett Giffin, Gage Koontz and only recently little Cora Murray. In addition, Roma was blessed to be part of a second family when she married Jervis E. Thomas on May 29, 2010. Besides her husband of five good years Roma’s Thomas family survivors include; Lucille Thomas, Brian Thomas and Ann Miller, Beth and Mark Thompson, Nikki Michael and Kelsey Thomas, Ashley (Zach) Fleming, Jacob Montgomery, Xander, Alayna, Micah and Ryleigh Fleming, Robert and Samuel Montgomery. Also surviving are Roma’s brother Larry (Marilyn) Delk of Greenville and numerous cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends old and new whom she adored.

Roma loved God and every single person he placed in her life. Some of her favorite things to do were gardening, cooking and chatting with others. She was famous for her inklings. Roma shared her gift of music as church organist for over fifty years beginning at Caylor Chapel EUB Church and finishing at New Madison United Methodist Church. Roma enjoyed singing in the choir, in the car and with her children in farm fields. She shared her knowledge of piano with many piano students and her many talents with 4-H kids serving as advisor for twenty-four years. Roma drove a bus for Tri-Village Local Schools as well as the Brethren Retirement Community. She also worked as teller at Second National Bank. Finally, Roma treasured her Greenville. Best said Roma had a big heart.

Many thanks to each one who prayed, sent an encouragement, visited or helped in any way as Roma courageously battled Lymphoma.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Thursday June 11, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Carol Duffield officiating. Burial will follow in the Miami Memorial Park Cemetery Covington, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Wednesday June 10, 2015 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and on Thursday 1 hour prior to the services in the funeral home.

Memorial contributions can be made to New Madison UMC, PO Box 182, New Madison, Ohio; State of Heart Hospice, 1350 N Broadway St., Greenville, Ohio; or BRC Resident Aid Fund, Brethren Retirement Community, 750 Chestnut St., Greenville, Ohio.

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


Charline Q. Rismiller (June 9, 2015)

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Charline Q. Rismiller, age 92 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 9:10 A.M. Tuesday June 9, 2015 at Clare Bridge of Greenville. She was born September 11, 1922 in Beamsville, Ohio and the daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth (Bubeck) Weidner.

Charline was retired following 24 years of employment at the former Uhlman Department Store of Greenville. She had also been a very active member of the former Grace Lutheran Church, singing in the Choir, participating in the church sewing circle and the home visitation program. Additionally she enjoyed gardening and baking.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Romain H. Rismiller in 2009. Also 2 sisters Genevieve Benham-Myers and Rachel McGriff.

Charline is survived by her children Jerry Lee Rismiller of Greenville, Alan (Marcie) Rismiller of Piqua and Jolene (John) Hangen of Arcanum; grandchildren Stacey (Steve) Gellner, Emily Rismiller, Jessica (David) Williams, Jayme Hangen and Jenna Hangen; great grandchildren Braden and Colin Gellner and Nora Williams; sisters in law Kathy Cromwell and Joan Sellman as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Friday June 12, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Peter Menke officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Friday from 1:00 P.M. until time of the services in the funeral home.

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

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

William E. “Bill” Bennett (June 9, 2015)

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William E. “Bill” Bennett, age 60, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at 7:05 AM at his residence. He was born on December 8, 1954 to Robert L. Bennett of Greenville and the late Donna Adine (Wilson) Bennett.

He is survived by his wife, Jett (Haworth) Bennett of Greenville whom he married on July 28, 1973; daughters and sons in law, Kristen & Trevor Gosnell of Ansonia, Ohio, and Nicole & Mitchell Pearson of Eldorado, Ohio; grandchildren, Renton, Ava & Eli Gosnell and Ethan & Aidan Pearson; as well as nieces, Amy Fader, Emily Powell and Kelly Carson.

Bill attended EUM Church. He was a truck driver and delivered for Keller Grain. He loved camping, boating and most of all spending time with his family.

There will be a service held on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 11:30 AM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor Sylvia McKibben officiating. Burial will follow in the Abbottsville Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Saturday from 9:00-11:30 AM at the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to State of the Heart Hospice or Darke County Cancer Association. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.zecharbailey.com

Thelma K. Livingston (June 9, 2015)

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Thelma K. Livingston, age 85 of Greenville, Ohio went to be with her Lord on Tuesday June 9, 2015 at 10:35 P.M. in the Brethren Retirement Community of Greenville. Thelma was born September 10, 1929 in Winchester, Kentucky and the daughter of the late Powell and Allie (Moore) Owens.

She was a homemaker and had been employed at Eikenberry’s IGA and H & R Block.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by an Infant Daughter Diana Livingston in 1951; sister Rose Owens and brother Powell Owens Jr.

Thelma is survived by her husband Keith H. Livingston of Greenville. They were married June 21, 1947. Also children Linda (Rodney) King of New Madison and Terry (Lynn) Livingston of Greenville; grandchildren Todd (Cathy) Root, Tracy (Kathy) Root, Kelly (Jamie Hileman) Didier, Joe (Michelle Miller) King, Trenton (BJ Jankowski) Livingston and Trisha Livingston; great grandchildren Jacob Didier, Tucker Didier, Chris Root, Austin Root, Ellaina Koontz and Natliegh Koontz and well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 P.M. Saturday June 13, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Todd Reish officiating. Burial will follow in the Lisbon Cemetery Union City, Indiana. The family will receive friends on Friday from 6:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M. in the funeral home.

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

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

Marlene McEldowney Zumberger (June 8, 2015)

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Marlene McEldowney Zumberger Age 80 passed away after a long illness, June 08, 2015, at Upper Valley Medical Center in Troy, Ohio. She was born October 31, 1937 Versailles, Ohio; to the late Leroy and Mildred (Pittsenberger) McEldowney.

She is survived by her husband Urban Zumberger whom she married on July 6, 1957 and seven children: four sons, David & Janet (Albers) of Yorkshire, Donald & Renee (Grogean) of Houston, Gary Zumberger, and Larry Zumberger of Versailles, three daughters, Debra & Dan Gaier of Piqua, Deanna & Michael Adams, and Denise & David Kremer of Houston. Eighteen grandchildren: Nicole & Nick Dirksen, Adam and Ryan Zumberger; Jennifer & Dusty Johns, Tammy & Sean Johnson, Andrew & Kelli Zumberger, and Jessica Zumberger; Megan & Michael Black, Nicolas & Kristin Zumberger and Cory Zumberger; Samantha, Allison, Louis, and Derek Gaier; Elizabeth and Abigail Adams; Amanda and Jordan Kremer. Nine Great-Grandchildren: Dalton, Corbin, & Kyzer Johns; Patrick, Lillian, Jack & Lauren Dirksen; Jaxon Black, & Rylee Johnson and expecting 2 more. Also surviving are seven siblings: Alice DeMange of Versailles, Dolores & Ted Carter of Richmond, IN, James & Janet of Versailles, Thomas & Rita of Greenville, Carl & Ethel McEldowney of Ansonia, Rosemary & Floyd Monnin of Versailles. In-laws: Terenitia Zumberger of Maplewood, Leonard Zumberger of Sidney, Albert & Wilma Zumberger of Versailles, Eulalia Zumberger of Anna, Doris Jean Zumberger of Sidney; and numerous nieces & nephews.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by brother-in-laws Gene Stockstill, Homer DeMange, Joe, Leo, and John Zumberger; sister-in-laws Emma Zumberger, Rose Stockstill, Irene Beatty, and infant Mary Zumberger.
Marlene was employed at the buckeye Apparel, Versailles Poultry Producers and was actively involved for 30 years on the family dairy farm. She was a member of the St. Denis Parish. Marlene was a very active person; she enjoyed traveling, playing cards, jigsaw puzzles, and spending time with her friends and family.

Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:30 AM, Monday, June 15, 2015 at St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles with Rev. Fr. Ron Haft Celebrant. Interment will follow at St. Valbert Cemetery in Versailles. Friends may call Sunday 2:00 to 8:00 PM and Monday 9:00 to 10:00 AM at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Miami County Hospice.

Condolences may be expressed on line at www.zecharbailey.com.

Pauline Johnson (June 11, 2015)

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Pauline Johnson, age 87 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 9:30 P.M. Thursday June 11, 2015 at Heartland of Greenville. She was born April 21, 1928 in Darke County and the daughter of the late Hershel O. and Edna (Royer) Karn.

She was a homemaker and a member of the Greenville V.F.W. and American Legion Ladies Auxiliary as well as the Trinity Wesleyan Church.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Robert E. Johnson Sr. October 29, 2008. They were married April 28, 1946. Also by daughters Rose Ellen Petty and Rebecca Paul; brothers Clarence Karn, Roland Karn, Denver Karn, Howard Karn, Dale Karn, Wilbur Karn, Paul Karn and infant Joseph Karn; sisters Mary Bubemeyer, Ruby Bubemeyer, Altha Karn and Mary Hicks.

Pauline is survived by her children Robert E. Johnson Jr. of Eaton, Ohio, Raymond (Joyce) Johnson of Gettysburg, Marion (Patricia) Johnson of Greenville, Marvin (Roberta Williams) Johnson of Greenville, Charles Johnson of Dayton, Rita (Richard) Melling of Fairborn and Elaine (Carl) Jones of Eaton, Ohio; 18 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, great great grandchildren and nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday June 17, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Chaplain Candy Null officiating. Burial will follow in the Miami Memorial Park Cemetery Covington, Ohio. The family will receive friends on Tuesday June 16, 2015 from 5:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. in the funeral home.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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

Michael F. Liette (June 11, 2015)

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Michael F. Liette, 63 of Versailles, Ohio passed away on Thursday June 11, 2015 at 11:35 AM at his residence. He was born October 18, 1951 in Coldwater, Ohio the son of Mary (Siefring) Liette of Burkettsville and the late Hubert Liette. He was the Material Control Manager at Emerson Climate Technologies for 46 years. He served in the Ohio National Guard.

He was a member of St. Denis Catholic Church & the Versailles Eagles. He loved spending time with his children & grandchildren; he loved fishing, hunting, trapshooting, baseball, golfing, gardening, camping, his job, & his truck.

He is preceded in death by his father; his niece: Rachel Brackman; brothers in law: Donald Frilling, Carl Pleiman, Alton Pleiman, Victor Hoelscher, John Hoelscher; sisters in law: Doris Hoelscher, Patricia Hoelscher, & Patricia Romer.

He is survived by his mother: Mary Liette; his wife: Joyce (Hoelscher) Liette of Versailles; children & spouses: Monica & Kevin Garrison of Versailles, John & Rebecca Liette of Versailles, Caitlin & Tony McNeilan of Yorkshire; grandchildren: Jack, Michael, & Grace Osborne; brother & sister in law: Dean & Vivian Liette of New Weston; sisters & brothers in law: Deborah (Liette) & Dave Homan of Fort Recovery, Vickie (Liette) & Dr. Kipp Burgermeister of Portland, Indiana; brother in laws & sisters in laws: Mildred Frilling, Julia Pleiman, Theresa Pleiman, Lunwig & Theckla Hoying, Richard Hoelscher, Joseph Romer, Henry & Faye Hoelscher, Paul & Rosalee Holdheide, Kathy Hoelscher, Bob & Linda Schwegman, & Jim & Peg Snider, & numerous nieces & nephews.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be held on Tuesday June 16, 2015 at 10:30 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church 14 East Wood Street, Versailles, Ohio with Rev. Fr. Ron Haft Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday June 15, 2015 and from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM on Tuesday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be made to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

Leyden N. Guenther (June 12, 2015)

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Leyden N. Guenther, 9 of Union City, Ohio passed away on Friday June 12, 2015 at 12:40 PM at Children’s Medical Center, Dayton, Ohio. He was born September 17, 2005 in Greenville, Ohio the son of Angela Johnson & Brad Alspaugh of Union City and Anthony Guenther.

He was going to be a 4ht grader at Mississinawa Valley School. He enjoyed Star Wars, Legos, riding his bike, jumping on the trampoline with his friends, fishing, drawing, playing video games, chasing his baby brother Noah, playing commando; he loved cars especially Ferraris, & loved the Green Bay Packers.

He is preceded in death by his grandmother: Francis Ryan; Grandfather Darrel Thomas, great grandmother: Maxine Johnson, cousin: Jessica Wellman; uncle: Wayne Jones; great aunt: Tammy Johnson.

He is survived by his parents; his grandparents: Michael & Barbara Johnson, Jennifer & Jerry Brewer, Carleen Johnson, Lisa & Korey Guenther, Loretta Thomas, & Christopher Clark; great grandparents: Melvin L. Johnson, Frances Barbour, Matt & Carol Moser; his younger brothers: Noah Alspaugh, Logan Guenther; numerous aunts, uncles, nieces & nephews.

Services will be held on Thursday June 18, 2015 at 1:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Rick Tennison officiating. Burial will be in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Wednesday June 17, 2015 at the funeral home.

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


Verena Agnes (Meier) Bohman (June 13, 2015)

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Verena Agnes (Meier) Bohman, 97 of Versailles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday June 13, 2015 at 12:50 AM at Briarwood Village, Coldwater, Ohio. She was born April 4, 1918 in Maria Stein, Ohio the daughter of the late Bernard & Elizabeth (Heitkamp) Meier.

She was a devoted farm wife, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was a Parishioner of Holy Family Catholic Church in Frenchtown and St. Denis Catholic Church in Versailles. She enjoyed bowling, needlework, friendships among residents and staff at Briarwood Village in Coldwater.

She is preceded by her parents; her husband: Elmer Bohman; 1 grandchild; Son in law: Joe Grieshop; brothers & sisters: Aloys, Roman, Blanche (Osterloh), and Luella (Bruns).

She is survived by her children & spouses: Orville & Norma Bohman, Angela Grieshop, Karen & Alvin Drees, Jane & Linus Grieshop, Tom & Joann Bohman, David & Christine Bohman, & Linda & Gary Steinbrunner; 25 grandchildren; 53 great-grandchildren; many nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be held on Saturday June 20, 2015 at 10:00 AM at St. Denis Catholic Church 14 E. Wood Street Versailles, Ohio with Rev. Fr. Ron Haft Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Valbert Cemetery. Family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday June 19, 2015 and from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM on Saturday at Bailey Zechar Funeral Home, Versailles, Ohio. Memorial contributions may be given as Masses or to State of the Heart Hospice.

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

C. LeRoy Lennen (June 13, 2015)

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C. LeRoy Lennen, age 83 of Greenville, Ohio passed away at 10:50 A.M. Saturday June 13, 2015 in the Rest Haven Nursing Home Greenville. LeRoy was born January 10, 1932 in Greenville and the son of the late Clarence and Helen (DeHoff) Lennen.

LeRoy was a Certified Public Accountant and the former managing partner of William S. Fry & Co. and Lennen & Fry. He was a graduate of Greenville High School, received his Bachelor of Arts Degree from Miami University, Master of Business Administration from Wright State University, a member of the Greenville Church of the Brethren, a 62 year member of the Greenville Masonic Lodge and served as Worshipful Master in 1965, a lifetime member of the Ohio Society of Certified Public Accountants and a former member of the Greenville Schools Board of Education.

He is survived by his wife Barbara L. (Wolfe) Lennen of Greenville. They were married October 17, 1954. Also sons Joel L. (Kate) Lennen of Pittsburgh, PA and Kevin L. (Kelly) Lennen of Greenville; grandchildren J.P., Dillon, Kerry, Molly, Kyle, Karlee and Keegan Lennen.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 A.M. Friday June 19, 2015 in the Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio with Mr. Tom Wilson officiating. Burial will follow in the Greenville Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. in the funeral home and the Greenville Masonic lodge will conduct a Masonic Memorial Service at 7:45 P.M.

It is the wishes of the family that Memorial Contributions be given to Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Darke and Shelby Counties.

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

Kenneth R. Abbott, Jr. (June 13, 2015)

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Kenneth R. Abbott, Jr., 58 years old, of Greenville, OH, passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord at 5:50am on June 13, 2015. He was born July 11, 1956 in Dayton, OH, to Kenneth R. Sr. & Lois E. Abbott (Brewer). He was united in marriage to Mary E. Sharp, 39 years ago on October 11, 1975.

Kenny will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary & their 3 children, K. Jason Abbott & wife, Shawna, of Mason, OH, Janna DeGraffenreid & husband, John, of Greenville, OH & Jeremy Abbott of Fairborn, OH, 9 grandchildren, Mother, Lois E. Abbott, 2 Sisters, DaRhonda Schwartzentruber of Miamisburg, OH, Dianna Cox & husband, Rick of Springfield, OH, 1 Brother, Arlan Abbott & wife, Marcy, of Grandy, MO., and many nieces and nephews that loved him very much.

He was preceded in death by his father, Kenneth R. Abbott, Sr., His Father-in-law, Earl L. Sharp (who he called, "Pa") and Mother-in-law, Mildred C. Sharp.

His warm, welcoming smile and his firm, heartfelt handshake will be greatly missed!

Funeral Services will be held at 12 Noon Thursday June 18, 2015 in The Church of God Meeting House 5065 State Route 49-S Greenville, Ohio with Brother Ray Tinsman officiating. Burial will follow in the Meeting House Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Wednesday June 17, 2015 from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. and on Thursday 1 hour prior to the services in the Meeting House.

Funeral arrangements by Zechar Bailey Funeral Home Greenville, Ohio.

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

Robert L. “Bob” Yount (June 14, 2015)

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Robert L. “Bob” Yount, age 74, of Woodington, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2015 at 10:36 PM at Good Samaritan Hospital, Dayton, Ohio. He was born on June 16, 1940 in Gettysburg, Ohio, to the late Lester & Sara (Wagaman) Yount.

He is survived by his children, Kraig (Dawn) Yount of Ansonia, Kelly Yount of Greenville and Kristy (Nick Wright) Yount of New Weston, Ohio; grandchildren, Kaitlin Yount, Nevada Yount, Carson Yount, Justin (Bobby) Hicks, Abigail (Jay Ramsey) Yount, Courtney Byers, Casie (Travis) Plaster, Austin Wright, Allison Wright and Logan Wright; great grandchildren, Delilah Ramsey, Trevor Hicks, Alawna Hicks, Cayden Chavez, Lani Byers and Lilly Byers; best friend and beloved dog, Dexter; sisters, Thelma (Jim) Hamilton of Greenville and Donna (Allen) Faddis of Georgia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his wife, Sue (Parks) Yount.

Robert was a member of the Woodington Congregational Christian Church and retired from the Union City Body Company. He loved the Reds, Bengals, Buckeyes and the most of all spending time with his family.

There will be a memorial service held on Friday, June 19, 2015 at 2:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio, with Pastor John Glenn officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Township Memorial Gardens, Greenville, Ohio. Family will receive friends on Friday from 1-2 PM at the funeral home.

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

Amber Michelle Schlamb (June 13, 2015)

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Amber Michelle Schlamb, age 25, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2015 at 10:18 AM in Greenville, Ohio. She was born on July 8, 1989 in Greenville, Ohio.

She is survived by her parents, Christopher A. & Tammy Schlamb of Greenville; daughter, Jaylynn Faulknor of Greenville; grandparents, Ann & Jayallen Hale of Greenville, Elzie & Nancy Bryant of Greenville and Eddie & Janet Spencer of Phoenix, Arizona; great grandmother, Cleopha Brunswick of Coldwater, Ohio; half-brother, Christopher D. Schlamb of Greenville; half-sister, Taylor Schlamb of Greenville; step brother, Joshua Bolin of Greenville; step sister, Ashely Bolin of Greenville; biological mother, April (Spencer) Wheeler of Iowa; half-siblings, Kyle Canan, Ashlee Hardeman and Allison Krumboltz; as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Amber is preceded in death by her grandfather, Elmer Schlamb Jr.

There will be a Private Mass of Christian Burial held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville.

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

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