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Janice B. Reifsnider

Janice B. Reifsnider

Oct 15, 2024

On Tuesday, October 15, 2024, Janice B. Reifsnider slipped peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We will miss her dearly but are thankful that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.

Janice was born to Hilbert and Emma Kain on July 13, 1928 in Muncie, IN, where she grew up...

Jamey Lee Woodyard

Jamey Lee Woodyard

Oct 12, 2024

Jamey Lee Woodyard, age 49, of New Madison, passed away on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at Wayne Healthcare in Greenville.

He was born on January 15, 1975 in Greenville to the late Steve Woodyard and Linda Woodyard of New Madison.

In addition to his mother, Jamey is survived by his daughter, Sumer Moore; brother, Richard "Matthew" Woodyard of New Madison; and sister,...

Patricia L. Cox

Patricia L. Cox

Oct 9, 2024

Patricia L. Cox, 93, beloved daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother passed away on October 9, 2024.

She was born on July 7, 1931, in Greenville, Ohio to the late Glen and Grace (Hittle) Riegle.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, R. Gene Cox, a son Douglas A. Cox, brother and sister-in-law William "Bill" E....

Dolores Jean Riegle

Dolores Jean Riegle

Oct 9, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dolores Jean Riegle, beloved mother, grandmother, sister and daughter, who peacefully passed away on October 9, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community, Greenville. Born on May 17, 1934, Dolores was the daughter of James Oscar and Myrtle Ruth (Oswalt) Small.

In addition to her parents, Dolores is preceded in death...

Douglas A. Filbrun

Douglas A. Filbrun

Oct 9, 2024

Douglas A. Filbrun, 74, of New Paris, Ohio, passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer, with his wife by his side, on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at the Dayton VA Hospital. 

He was born on October 23, 1949, in Richmond, Indiana to the late Daniel and Willodean (Commons) Filbrun. 

Doug is survived by his wife of 52 years, Ruth (Frech) Filbrun,...

Phyllis E. Sherry

Phyllis E. Sherry

Oct 8, 2024

Phyllis (Musselman) Sherry, 79, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, October 08, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

She was born on November 19, 1944, to the late Wilbur and Kathryn (Wills) Musselman.

Phyllis is also predeceased by her loving husband and companion, Robert "Bob" Sherry, of 56 years, whom she married on November 19, 1966, and who passed...

Roseleen Ruby Detling

Roseleen Ruby Detling

Oct 8, 2024

Roseleen Ruby Detling, age 84 of Greenville, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024 at Troy Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center. 

She was born on April 21, 1940 in West Virginia to the late Homer and Lena (Wilt) Shaffer. 

In addition to her parents, Roseleen is preceded in death by her loving husband, Rollie; brother, Vinton Shaffer; sisters, Alta Sowry and Lena Shaffer. 

Those...

Luella M. Deniston

Luella M. Deniston

Sep 29, 2024

Luella M. Deniston, 92, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at the EverHeart Hospice Care Center in Greenville. 

She was born on November 11, 1931, in Brock, to the late Edward and Anna (Post) Braun.

In addition to her parents, Luella was preceded in death by her husband, James F. Deniston, whom she married on November 27, 1954,...

Jane A. Wills

Jane A. Wills

Sep 29, 2024

Jane Ann Wills, 77, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 29, 2024, at Ohio’s Hospice of Miami County.

She was born on April 14, 1947, in Springfield, Ohio, to the late James and Lucille Mae (Good) Keeling.

In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her infant daughter; and her sister, Dena Stokes.

Jane is survived by...

Brianne Nicole Otley

Brianne Nicole Otley

Sep 26, 2024

Brianne Nicole Otley, 34, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in Greenville. 

She was born on June 19, 1990, in Dayton, Ohio, to Michelle (Ander) Otley and the late John J. Otley. 

In addition to her father, Brianne was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Donald E. Otley; and her maternal grandmother, Debra Nickell. 

Along with her mother,...

Polly Virginia Klein

Polly Virginia Klein

Sep 26, 2024

Polly Virginia (Lazarus) Klein, 90, of New Madison, Ohio, died on Sept. 26, 2024. As a believer in Christ, her death was a gain to her; it allowed her to see her Savior face to face and reunite with beloved family and friends in heaven. 

Polly was born on Sept. 11, 1934, to the late Eugene and Helen (Peiper) Lazarus in...

Jacob Levi Stump

Jacob Levi Stump

Sep 21, 2024

Jacob Levi Stump, age 32 of Portland, IN, passed away on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at IU Health Jay Hospital in Portland, IN.

He was born on April 22, 1992 in Dayton, OH to Jo Enicks Stump and the late Darryl Stump.

In addition to his father, Jacob is preceded in death by his grandparents, Roscoe Stump and David and Angela Enicks;...

Wyonda Jeanne Hufnagle

Wyonda Jeanne Hufnagle

Sep 18, 2024

Wyonda Jeanne "Jean" Hufnagle, age 83 of Greenville, passed away on September 18, 2024 at Ayden Healthcare of Greenville.

Jean was born on January 9, 1941 in Berea, West Virginia to the late Dolan and Goldie (Simons) Riddle.

In addition to her parents, Jean is preceded in death by her son, Michael Hufnagle; her daughter, Tracy Flynn; her son, Shawn Hufnagle; her...

Mary E. Ray

Mary E. Ray

Sep 17, 2024

Mary E. Ray, age 77 of Arcanum, passed away on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 at Springmeade Health Center in Tipp City, Ohio. 

She was born on November 15, 1946 in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Lloyd and Marjorie Rowland. 

Those left to cherish Mary's memory include her loving husband, Terry Ray of Arcanum, whom she married in 1993; her mother and father-in-law,...

Dorothy Anna Hiatt

Dorothy Anna Hiatt

Sep 14, 2024

Dorothy Anna Hiatt, age 94 of Palestine, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her children on Saturday, September 14, 2024.

She was born on August 2, 1930 in Eaton, Ohio to the late Virgil and Marie Foreman. 

In addition to her parents, Dorothy is preceded in death by her loving husband, Duane Hiatt; and her siblings, James Foreman, Helen Unum,...

Faren Gilbert VanDeGrift

Faren Gilbert VanDeGrift

Sep 14, 2024

Faren Gilbert VanDeGrift passed away peacefully on September 14, 2024, at the Brethren's Retirement Community in Greenville. He lived in Sarasota, FL but summered in Greenville for many years. Faren was born on February 21, 1933, in Piqua, OH, to the late Maurice and Mary Lou (Williams) VanDeGrift.

In addition to his parents, Faren is preceded in death by his first...

Billy R. Kidwell

Billy R. Kidwell

Sep 13, 2024

Billy R. Kidwell, 95, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the Brethren Retirement Community in Greenville.

He was born on November 4, 1928, in Montague County, Texas, to the late Paul and Velma (Gentry) Kidwell.

Bill was a graduate of McPherson College in Kansas, Bethany Theological Seminary in Chicago, and United Theological Seminary in Dayton. He served...

Dale Bowling

Dale Bowling

Sep 12, 2024

Dale Bowling, Sr., 71, of Union City, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at Reid Health in Richmond, Indiana.

Dale was born on March 4, 1953, in Adams County, Ohio, to the late Clarence and Genevieve (Howe) Bowling.

In addition to his parents, Dale was preceded in death by his sister, Cheryl McGhee, and an infant granddaughter.

Dale is survived by...

Rev. Carroll E. Pahl

Rev. Carroll E. Pahl

Sep 11, 2024

Reverend Carroll Ethan Pahl, age 92, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at Brookhaven Retirement Community in Brookville. 

He was the son of Ethan and Wilma (Duncan) Pahl, born on March 6, 1932 in Merrill, Wisconsin. 

Carroll was preceded in death by his three brothers, Lowell Pahl, Deane Pahl, and Daren Pahl; and by his wife of...

Christi Ann Bailey

Christi Ann Bailey

Sep 8, 2024

Christi Ann Bailey (Ungericht), 63, of Greenville, Ohio, and formerly of Ansonia, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the Versailles Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center on September 8th, 2024. She was born on December 21st, 1960 to the late Earl and Francis Ungericht of Greenville. 

Christi, also known as Chris to many, enjoyed spending her time working at Eldora Speedway in the suites, playing...

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