Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Rick Smith officiating. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. He and Joan were active in many church activities including choir and volunteering in the Food Pantry. He was born October 14, 1991 in Springfield, the son of Arthur Wayne Lanum Sr. and Lisa Marie (Caudill) Lanum. She was excited about being a step-mother to Margie Kay Moffett of Urbana, whom she was able to meet in her last year. She was born July 5, 1929 in Springfield, the daughter of Ernest Lorenzo and Mabel Marie (Carpenter) White. Burial will follow in Vale Cemetery. Mr. Andrus was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. She enjoyed camping cooking and spending time with her family and many friends. He secured employment with Vining Broom/OCedar Brands where he remained until the company closed decades later. Everett Dean Hurt, 57, of New Carlisle passed away Tuesday, June 27, 2017. He was preceded in death by his beloved mother; Phyllis Hayes and grandma; Carol Sheridan. Beverly Milner, 73, of Springfield, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021 with her daughter by her side. A celebration of her life will be held at 10:00AM Saturday in the Hillside Avenue Church of God. Her memories and love will remain with us. She also leaves to cherish her memory three sisters, Patricia Justice, Mary Blazer, and Sandra Beard; special family friend, Jerry Baisden; and several nieces and nephews. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. He loved anything to do with patriotism for his country, eagles, nature, and most of all he loved the Lord with all his heart and soul. George was preceded in death by his parents and beloved brothers; John Jack Spencer and wife Betty (Sparrow) SpenceTaylor, Larry and Shirley Spencer, his nephew and wife John and Barb Spencer, nieces; Cindy Hawkins and Molly Brackney and great nephew Kevin Hawkins. Age 40. Friends may visit with the family for one hour prior to the services. JEWELL, Rhonda Ranae 49, of Urbana, passed away June 3, 2017 in Miami Valley Hospital. Jeffrey Alan Buddy Casey, 63, of Springfield, went home to be with his Lord November 30, 2021, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Danny Miller officiating. He loved to fly and even earned his pilots license. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Survivors include her best friend of over 50 years, Penny Shafer; brother, Robert (Beverly) Sink of New Paris, Ohio; and several nieces, nephews, other family members and friends. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4:00PM until 6:00PM Friday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. She was born April 27, 1942, in Goodson, to Virgil and Laura Rice Griffin. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Glenn Alan Long, 89, of Springfield, passed away December 16, 2020 at Springfield Regional Hospital. A viewing and celebration of life will be held Tuesday from 6:00PM until 8:00PM in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Esther Miller, age 84 of Bolivar, MO, went to be home with her Lord on Friday, November 4, 2022, at Cox Medical Center South Springfield, MO. With Gods help, she lived an exemplary life. Services: 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, at the chapel. Jeannetta will be remembered as a very caring people person who truly enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Read More, Billie Paul Gilmore, 75, of Halfway passed away Friday, Feb. 3, 2023, in Houston. His investment in the lives of others has been returned in decades of willing helping hearts surrounding the couple with the blessing of unwavering friendship. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Send Flowers, Sympathy Cards or Comfort Meals. Mary is survived by her husband of thirty-six years, Jack A. Kibby; three children Amy (Martin) Mitchell and Jack J. 104 of Springfield, passed away on February 10, 2023. Michael was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. Friends may visit with the family from 12:00 Noon until the time of the services. Mrs. Matthews request, her remains will be cremated and there will be no services. Visitation will be 11-1 PM Saturday, February 3, 2018 at the TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, New Carlisle, Ohio with funeral services at 1 PM in the funeral home with Rev. He was born December 30, 1977 in London, Ohio. Charleen had retired from Manville Holophane and the Ohio Masonic Home. Patricia A. Toler Schaefer Kittles, 86, formerly of Clark County, passed peacefully on Sunday, May 21, 2017. Funeral services will be held at 11:00AM Thursday in the funeral home with Pastor Joshua Zimmerman officiating Burial will follow in Myers Cemetery. She enjoyed basket weaving, knitting and crocheting. Charles was born July 27, 1955, in Springfield, Ohio. She married Wayne B. Gerhardt on February 1, 1952 in Liberty, Indiana. Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM Tuesday in the church with burial to follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. As a Scoutmaster for nearly 25 years, he built men out of boys and instilled reverence for God and respect for others. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Faye and Robert Conley; John H. Porter, Jr., Walter Bunker, Louise Sewell; favorite aunt, Linda Campbell; and uncle, Dana Bunker. A gathering of family and friends will be Friday from 11:00 am 12:00 pm in the Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home with graveside services immediately following in Glen Haven Memorial Gardens. Sonja loved to play bingo and games. He had recently started working at DHL in West Jefferson. Judith had been employed at Meijers. These will live on through her children and grandchildren. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Friday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Children Gary W Scott of Dayton Ohio, Gail Lynn Scott of Dayton Ohio, Diane E (Mark) Baker of Land O Lakes Florida and Kirk E (Lorie) Scott of Dayton Ohio. (Pultz) Brown on July 5, 1930 in Yellow Springs, Ohio. Richard McIntosh officiating. A gathering of family and friends will be Thursday from 6-7 PM in the TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, New Carlisle, with a memorial service beginning at 7:00 PM. Clyde E. Farris, of New Carlisle, age 87, passed away January 5, 2018. Sena attended the Home Road Church of the Nazarene. SANDERS, Richard E. 74, of Springfield, passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was preceded in death by a nephew; Thomas James Walters and a cousin; Gary Ray. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edwin Mathias Jordan on February 18, 2007; son, Mathew Jordan; brother, John Crevison; and her parents. Explore Life Stories, Offer Condolences & Send Flowers. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. Bessie Evelyn Potts, age 90, of Springfield, Ohio, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by family on July 2, 2022. Sincere appreciation to Dr. Darr, his staff, Hospice nurses at Springfield Regional, Valerie House, and Charlotte Fogarty for their wonderful care of Verla. Doug was a retired firefighter with the Springfield Fire Department. Their children say, Im blessed to have [Sam and Rachel] as parents, and I never had any doubt about their love for me. My dad was an example for us all. A gathering of family and friends will be held at 6:00PM Saturday, September 9 at 825 Olive Street, Springfield, Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. He was born June 23, 1949 in Springfield, son of the late Parker and Marie (Campbell) Fritts. Homer was born March 14, 1914 in Yellow Springs, the son of Pearl and Lizzie (Funk) Williams. Milt is survived by his son Brian Gibson; step-daughter Wendy Martin; brothers Dwight, Chester and Winfred Gibson; sisters Rvena Perkins, Liz Potts and Erma Hill; grandchildren Kayron Martin, Skylar and Jack Gibson; numerous other relatives and friends. Burial to follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. He is survived by sisters, Olga Maria Pereira Herrera, Mercedes Pereira Herrera, Rosa Carlota Pereira and Jeanine Pereira; children Michael (Heather) Pereira, Jeanine (Ali) Nemati, Andy (Brenda) Pereira, Martha Pereira, and Christian (Darci) Jordan; grandchildren Kylie and Gracie Pereira, Matthew (Yanareith) Nemati, Ryan and Christopher Nemati, Brittani (Francisco) Narvaez and Alexander Pereira, Noah, Nicholas and Elena Maria Jordan; great grandchildren Jaxon and Aryana Nemati, and Brielle Narvaez. There will be a gathering of family and friends Thursday from 6-8 PM. Survivors include her loving husband; Emiliano Aviles Ortiz, four children; Ernesto Aviles, Selena Aviles, Emiliana Aviles and Sofia Aviles, siblings; StarGevedon, Ernest Stover and William Stover, cousin; Teresa Stover and several nieces and nephews. Glenn was an honorable veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, where he fought on the front lines during the Korean Conflict. Calling hours will be held from 6-8 pm Thursday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Kennys family and friends will gather Monday, December 6, 2021, from 11:00am until the time of service at 1:00 pm at the First Church of the Open Bible, 644 Selma Road, Springfield, Ohio. 78 of Springfield, passed away on February 22, 2023. She was proceeded in death by her loving daughter Connie Ellinger, sisters Ruth, Winnie, brothers Richard, Jesse O., Ray and nephew Jeff Smith. in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. Karen Beth Botz, 61, of Springfield, passed away June 26, 2021, in Springfield Regional Medical Center. Burial will follow in New Carlisle. She was born January 14, 1975 in Springfield. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Joyce was proceeded in by her father William (Bill) Rike, paternal grandparents Leo and Cleo Augusten, maternal Howard and Elsie Ricker, her in-laws James and Wanda Engle and her niece Angie Knauer. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. He was very talented and could fix anything. Friends may visit with the family for one hour prior to the services. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.jkzfh.com. Published in Bolivar Herald-Free Press from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2023. He was also fortunate to call Gene & Marilyn Farrell, MaryLou Eppers and Jim Hart family. He was a faithful member of Victory Baptist Church in Springfield, a life member of VFW Post 8673, belonged to the Brotherhood of Rail Road Trainmen, NRA, was an avid hunter and loved to travel. Visitation 11 am 1 pm. A natural athlete, he enjoyed both bowling and golf in his leisure hours; he was especially passionate about golf, and among his many accomplishments, he was proud of his two official holes-in-one. Brewer, seven nephews, grandmothers; America Lanum and Betty Whalen all of Springfield. He is survived his mom and dad, and big sister and protector Sydalei Hajnik, Uncles John Hajnik, James (Kim) Hajnik, Daniel (Cheri) Hajnik, Kenneth Chad Carey, Aunts Shelley (Oscar) Caceres, Elizabeth Olden and Cindy Mager. Visitation Saturday 9:30AM RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME with Pastor Costy Saba officiating. Visitation will be held from 5-7 pm Thursday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with services starting at 7:00 pm. She was born July 20, 1958 in Beaufort, South Carolina, the daughter of Harold E. Horner and Nancy Garringer. Condolences may be shared at. At Stephanies request, cremation will take place and no services will be held at this time. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com. Services to honor John will be Wednesday at 10:30AM in the Memorial Home with Chaplain Janie Brewer officiating. He was born December 21, 1958, in Springfield, the son of William and Beverly Ann (Arnold) Coale. HELEN C. TWITTY89, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Friday, June 22, 2018. In 1973, he became a member of the John Cissna Masonic Lodge. She was an avid vegetable gardener and was also known for her ability to grow beautiful roses. Thomas E. Ennis, 67, passed forward December 18, 2019, following two years of failing health. Larry is survived by his wife of 32 years, Susan A. In honor of Barry, the family requests that you wear your favorite sports team apparel. She was born October 18, 1991 in Springfield. He was preceded in death by parents, Schofield and Margaret (Thompson) Fraley; brothers, David Fraley and Gene Fraley; and one sister, Linda Sue (Fraley) Lee. A service to honor Ralph will be held Monday at 10:00 AM in the funeral home with Pastor Dave Potter officiating. Survivors include the love of his life, his wife of 31 years; Loretta (Patrick) Butler, five children; Jay (Kristi) Butler, Monroe, OH, Kim (David) Moore, Marion, IN, Lisa (Randy) Rahmes, South Lebanon, OH, Tammy Wylds, Lebanon, OH and Melissa Horn, Morrow, OH, 14grandchildren; Sara (Michael), Kelsea (Dusty), Jon, Austin (Gabrielle), Kristin (Keegan), Molly, Lori (Craig), Josh, Chandra (Drew), Cheyenne, Tim and Justin (Annamarie), Josh, and Ashley, 17great grandchildren, siblings; Leroy (Sherry) Butler, Franklin, OH, Jean Campbell, Alexandria, KY, Jim (Peggy) Butler, Franklin, OH, Sue (Ralph) Lyons, South Lebanon, OH and Pam Bogie, Maineville, OH and many nieces and nephews. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. She was preceded in death by two brothers; Donald and David Driscoll and her parents. He had been employed at Matai USA. He was born February 5, 1927 in Haiti, son of the late Francique and Adeline Emmanuel. Funeral services will be held at 1:30PM Monday in the funeral home with Rev. She was a member of the Union Club and Machinist Club, was crafty, and enjoyed taking pictures of her family and friends. Condolences may be shared atwww.jkzfh.com. She was born July 9, 1971 in Quantico, Virginia, the daughter of Dale and Carol (Carper) Offenbacher. VAN GORDER64, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at home. Friends may visit with Andrews family for one hour prior to the services in the church. Kathy is survived by two children, Patrick (Karen) Jenkins of Columbus and Cheryl (Billy) Clos of Miamisburg and two grandchildren, MacKenzie Jenkins and Nicholas, A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Friday, November 16, 2018 at Lighthouse Tabernacle, 5202 Valley Pike, Urbana, OH, with Pastor Rick Clos officiating. Condolences may be shared atwww.jkzfh.com. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. Burial, with Military Honors, will be in the Dayton National Cemetery. Private services were entrusted to RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME with burial in Ferncliff Cemetery. He also earned an Honorable Discharge after serving in the Air National Guard during the Korean War. Fred is survived by his two daughters, Linda Bernetich and her three children Erika, Chase, and Luke, Lori Haddix and her three children Gregory Hamilton (Erin), Amanda Cydrus (Matthew), and Aaron Miller, his brother and sister-in-law, Benjamin and Ruth Haddix, daughter-in-law Cindy Haddix, grandson Ryan Haddix, and numerous other relatives and friends. Private services will be held for Mr. Adams family. She was born January 26, 1933 in Springfield, the daughter of Bill Roth and Bernice Wagner. He was born October 21, 1955 in Xenia, Ohio. Survivors include three sons, Chris Riddle, Larry (Becky) Riddle, all of Springfield, Rick Riddle of Tennessee; grandchildren, Tiffany (Sean) Melia, Boston, MA, Shannen Brown (Daniel Overholser), Springfield, Ryan Brown, Springfield; great-grandchildren, Kayne Michael and Hunter Jo; and sister, Ann Belles. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. GLADYS HOBBS88, of New Carlisle, Ohio passed away Tuesday, August 1, 2017. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. She had been employed at Wright Patterson Air Force Base in computer equipment analysis for 35 years. Judy loved to watch television and spend time with her loving family. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com. She leaves behind son John Holloway of Springfield, daughter Beth (Mark) Patterson of Springfield, daughter Betty (Charlie) Diamond of Springfield. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Mausoleum. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. Graveside services will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday in Ferncliff Cemetery with Pastor Paul Dowdy officiating. Debby is a 1974 graduate of Tecumseh High School. He was born May 28, 1976 in Springfield, the son of Roger and Barbara (Yinger) Rollins. In addition to his parents, Eddie was preceded in death by his brother, Rick Smith, and sister, Yvonne Rogers. Jack G. Brakebill, age 87 of Springfield, MO, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022, at Cox Medical Center South Springfield, MO. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Arrangements by the TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, New Carlisle, Ohio. Please wear a mask. George is survived by his nieces; Peggy (Dan) Mitch, Jenny (Bill) Brackney, Esther (Ron) Houseman and nephews; Toby (Jenny) Spencer and Tim (Sherry) Spencer. Amy was a member of High Street United Methodist Church, the Clark County Medical Auxiliary, P.E.O. Pastor Jim Ballard will officiate. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. His great-grandkids knew him better as Magic Pawpa. A memorial service will be held for Henry at a later date. Private funeral services will be held in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Joel McDargh officiating. He was preceded in death by his mother; Bertha Burrell, his stepfather; Willard George Burrell and a brother; Frank Brown. He was born February 15, 1922 in Springfield, the son of George William and Beatrice Opal (Ward) Spencer. In her spare time she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, gardening and working in her flower beds. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. Funeral services will be at 1 PM Tuesday in the funeral home. A lifelong love of animals led to him becoming a breeder of Australian Shepherds. He is preceded in death by his parents; significant other Karen Martin; and numerous siblings. Burnice Alley and Mae Scroggins Alley of Pleasant Hope. Friends may visit with the family from 5:00PM until the time of the services. Barry and his wife Jeanne enjoyed watching football and Survivor together. Warren was born in Springfield, and graduated from Marion C. Early in Morrisville. He was born February 23, 1984, in Springfield, the son of Gregory and Roberta (Fields) Brown. He was born October 19, 1943 in Xenia, Ohio, the son of Wilbert and Marion (McCoy) Sanders. He had been employed at Hayes Fabricating. Survivors include his wife of 35 years, Brenda (Van Culin) Sanders; sons, James Sanders of Springfield and Jason (Vicky) Sanders of Tazewell, Tennessee; grandsons, Bobby Sanders, Jason Sanders Jr., and Tyler Sanders; and nephew, Matt Sanders. Burial will follow in Grandview Cemetery. She knew no stranger and she wanted everyone to experience Jesus Christ and have a hope only HE can give. and her brother Jim Welsford. Survivors include three children; Jerry Lee Shingler Jr. (Michele), Amber Horner and Virgil Charles Shingler all of Springfield, five grandchildren; Logan, Jordan, Matthew, Marcus and Nathaniel, siblings; Virgil E. Shingler, Patti King, Mike (Carma) Shingler, Pam Shingler, April (Don) Pyles, all of Springfield, sister-in-law; Carla Grout, New Carlisle and many nieces and nephews. At Jennifers request, private services will be held. Debbies request was that no services will be held. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 4:00PM until 6:00PM Saturday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Mrs. Edington enjoyed going to auctions and bowling. He is survived by his children, Debra L. Reid Walters, Pamela K. Reid & Michael V. Reid; 2 step daughters, Connie Patrick & Sherry Hook; grandchildren; William Webb, Michael Watson, Corinna Arthur, Charity Walters, Samantha Holbrook Lockard; thirteen great grandchildren; nieces & nephews; other relatives and friends. His maternal Aunt Michele (Randy)Rhine and numerous cousins. He was born September 9, 1935 in South Charleston, the son of George Edison and Edith Nora (Bartley) Smith. Velmer was a veteran of the United States Navy. (Cheryl) Pullin and David R. Pullin; brother Marvin Grindle; sister Eula Saylar; grandchildren Crystal (Robert) Penneywitt, Keith (Candy) Pullin, Angela (Mike) McCaffary and Rebecca Pullin; great-grandchildren Angel, Joel, Marissa, Angela and Baylen; great-great grandchild Axton. Duaine was saved Read More, Services: 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, at Brighton Cemetery. She is preceded in death by her parents: William B and Irene Hardacre, husband Roger Suver, infant son Donald, three sisters Eloise Hardacre, Marguerite Tracy, Jane Bartlett, and two brothers Elno and William Hardacre Jr. Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 24, 2018 from 4pm to 7pm at Bethel Baptist Church 6370 New Carlisle Pike, New Carlisle, Ohio. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm Sunday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. The family would like to give a special thank you to Dick & Brenda Deering for helping so much. She was born February 28, 1938 in Dayton, the daughter of the late Wilfred and Sarah Hazel Pierce. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5:00PM until 7:00PM Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. He was born March 2, 1937 in Elkins, West Virginia the son of Marie (Weese) White. She was preceded in death by her parents. He and his wife, Peggy made many dear friends in the Steam Family Circuit. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Humane Society. Burial will follow in Vale Cemetery. He was preceded in death by his parents; five siblings; wife, Ruby Seever; former wife, Arlene Seever; and great-grandson, Isaac. She was born March 2, 1933. BROWN (Long), Jo Ann Was gathered up to her people (gen.25:8) on September 6, 2017 while surrounded by those who loved her dearly. He is survived by his three children; Amanda Riley of Columbus, Franklin N. Sparks Jr., Springfield, Jessica E. Sparks, Springfield, his sisters and brother; Neilia Snow, Jeneil Young, Terry Spark, Eric Spark, Jerry N. Sparks Jr., his niece and nephews; Erica Sparks, Terrance Sparks and Ezra Lester, his grandchildren; Aaliyah, Davis, Azzanna Prater, Annie Prater and Jeremiah Prater. Mrs. May had been employed at the Clark County Treasurers Office. She had been employed at the restaurant in Woolworths. Shirley was born Aug. 21, 1927, in St. Louis, to Howard and Barbara Benskin Perschbacher. Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Wednesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Pastor Carl Lee Hutchins officiating. Brittany was a graduate of Shawnee High School and was attending Wright State University. She met Richard Armstrong and raised for beautiful children.