Obituaries

Helen F Eley

Helen F Eley

Sep 28, 2017

Helen F. Eley, 90, of Greenville, and formerly of Ansonia, passed away Thursday, September 28, 2017 at Wayne Health Care. She was born May 17,1927 in Winchester, Virginia, to the late E. E. Strosnider and Ruth (Hook) Fishel. In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her step-father, A.J. Fishel; her husband, William E. Eley in 1985;...

Nita June Watern

Nita June Watern

Sep 26, 2017

On September 26, 2017, Nita June Watern of New Madison, Ohio, age 73, succumbed to a long battle with cancer and went to be with our dear Lord, to join those in Heaven she treasured in life.Nita was a giving person and her passions include quilting, crocheting, and cooking. All of which she gave as gifts from her heart.Nita was...

William Tommy Burton

William Tommy Burton

Sep 21, 2017

William Tommy " Hooter" Burton, 61, of Greenville, passed away Thursday, September 21, 2017 in Englewood, Ohio.He was born December 29, 1955 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Haril and Ruth (Sinclair) Burton.In addition to his parents, Hooter is preceded in death by special friend, Linda Hall; his brothers Haril Burton, Jr. and Ronnie Lee Burton; and his niece, Lisa...

James "Jim" Leis

James "Jim" Leis

Sep 20, 2017

James "Jim" Leis, 77, of Rossburg, passed away Wednesday, September 20, 2017 at Village Green Health Campus in Greenville.He was born September 26,1939 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late Ernest and Anna Gertrude (Campbell) Leis.In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his brother-in-law, Darrrel Rowland.Jim was born and raised a farmer. He milked cows and...

Bonita "Bonnie" Stryker

Bonita "Bonnie" Stryker

Sep 18, 2017

Bonita "Bonnie" Stryker, 70, of Greenville, passed away on Monday, September 18, 2017 at Heartland of Greenville.Bonnie was born on November 21, 1946 in Greenville, the daughter of the late Lloyd and Rose (Weikert) Stryker.Bonnie was an animal lover. She adored her dog, and cats and loved horses. She worked for several years at Eikenberry's in the bakery. Bonnie looked...

Virginia Rae Elam

Virginia Rae Elam

Sep 17, 2017

Virginia R. Elam, 85, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on September 17 , 2017. She was born August 18, 1932 in Pineville, Kentucky, the daughter of the late Clyde Stokes and Bessie Evans. Virginia and Charles Elam married in 1955 and spent the next 34 years dedicated to each other and their children. Charles passed away August, 1989. Left...

Gerald "Jerry" Julius Bruggeman

Gerald "Jerry" Julius Bruggeman

Sep 16, 2017

Gerald "Jerry" Bruggeman, 81 of Greenville, Ohio passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at The Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio.Jerry was born August 6, 1936 in Maria Stein, Ohio to the late Aloys and Elizabeth (Miller) Bruggeman.In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his son, Ronald Bruggeman, his sisters, Rita, Marie, Dorothy, and Julie;...

Leona Catherine Sheets

Leona Catherine Sheets

Sep 13, 2017

Leona Sheets, 79, of Rossburg, passed away, Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at home surrounded by her family.She was born February 14, 1938 in Troy, Ohio, the daughter of the late Leonard and Arthella "Peggy" (Tucker) Walters.In addition to her parents, Leona was preceded in death by her son, Larry E. Sheets; and her sister, Sarah Miller-Holbein.Leona was a 1956 graduate...

Lowell E. Brandon

Lowell E. Brandon

Sep 12, 2017

Lowell E. Brandon, 95 of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at Rest Haven Nursing Home in Greenville.He was born March 16, 1922 in Savona, Ohio, the son of the late Chester and Dora (Noggle) Brandon.In addition to his parents, Lowell is preceded in death by his wife Marlene (Hamilton) Brandon; his son, Phillip Brandon.Lowell served his country...

Tony Hedger

Tony Hedger

Sep 12, 2017

Tony Hedger, 62, of Hollansburg, passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.He was born July 27,1955 in Dayton, Ohio, to the late Harold Hedger and Lucy (Hall) Hedger of Hollansburg.In addition to his father, Tony was preceded in death by, his father-in-law, Jack Miller; brothers-in-law, Scott Miller and Jeff Miller; and best...

Junior Balinger Turner

Junior Balinger Turner

Sep 10, 2017

Junior Turner, 94, of Ansonia, passed away Sunday, September 10, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville. He was born June 7, 1923 in Rossburg, Ohio, to the late Balinger and Grace (Gray) Turner. In addition to his parents Junior was preceded in death by his brothers, Richard Wayne Turner and Russell Turner; sisters, Anna Mary Taylor,...

Gloria Gaynell Hollinger

Gloria Gaynell Hollinger

Sep 9, 2017

Gloria Gaynell (Harless) Hollinger, 89 of Greenville, passed away Saturday, September 9, 2017. Gloria was born on August 16, 1928 in Greenville, Ohio, the daughter of the late Paul and Verona Harless of New Madison. In addition to her parents, Gloria was preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Daniel Hollinger. She is survived by her children and...

John Junior Falknor

John Junior Falknor

Sep 7, 2017

John B. Falknor, 94, of New Madison passed away on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at his residence.John was born February 14, 1923 in Darke County, Ohio, to the late John B. and Marie (Eley) Falknor.In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his sisters, Ruthanna Butts and Helen (Petey) Hodgin.John was a member of the New Madison...

Earl Eugene"Joe" Bredeson

Earl Eugene"Joe" Bredeson

Sep 5, 2017

E. E. "Joe" Bredeson, 96, of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville, Ohio.Joe was born November 20, 1920 on a farm Near Madison, Wisconsin, to the late Carl and Jennie (Anfinson) Bredeson.In addition to his parents, Joe is preceded in death by his wife Denise Bredeson, a brother, Glenn Bredeson and...

Janet Mae Bey

Janet Mae Bey

Sep 3, 2017

Janet Mae Bey, 74, of Versailles, passed away Sunday September 3, 2017 at her home.Janet was born on April 3, 1943 in Darke County, Ohio, a daughter of the late Allen and Luella (Sanders) Mendenhall.In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her husband, John Bey, whom she married February 11, 1961; her daughter, Patricia Schoen; and...

Ben Clark Hudson

Ben Clark Hudson

Sep 3, 2017

Ben Clark Hudson, 86, of Greenville, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2017 at Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.Ben was born on September 19, 1930 in Dayton, a son of the late Ben and Molly (Beach) Hudson.In addition to his parents, Ben was preceded in death by three sisters, Ann Menchhofer, Francis Randall and Marie Harris.Ben served his country honorably in...

Donald Duane Holdeman

Donald Duane Holdeman

Aug 27, 2017

Donald Duane Holdeman, 80, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Sunday morning, August 27, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville. Donald was born on June 30, 1937 in Ansonia, to the late Raymond and Goldie Holdeman. In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by five brothers and sisters, Betty, Marvin, Emerson, Bill and...

David Allen Kuck

David Allen Kuck

Aug 24, 2017

David Kuck, 68, of Greenville passed away Thursday, August 24, 2017 at State of the Heart Care Center in Greenville.David was born September 14, 1948 in Lima, the son of the late Lester and Mabel (Geib) Kuck.He was preceded in death by his parents.David had worked for Darke County Mental Health and Catholic Social Services as a family and child...

Shannon Francis Vanatta

Shannon Francis Vanatta

Aug 24, 2017

Shannon Francis Vanatta, 62, of Union City, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2017 at her home. Shannon was born on January 1, 1955 in Kansas City, Missouri, a daughter of the late Hubert Pitts and Edna Hamlett. In addition to her parents, Shannon was preceded in death by her son, Jason Wolfe. Shannon had a love of life...

Greg Alan Campbell

Greg Alan Campbell

Aug 22, 2017

Greg A. Campbell, 56 of Ansonia, Ohio passed away of natural causes on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at his residence.He was born November 14, 1960 in Greenville, the son of David and Velma (Rhotehamel) Campbell of Ansonia.Greg is preceded in death by his brother, David (Doug) Campbell.Greg graduated in 1979 from Ansonia High School, where he was active in band,...