Rev. Bernice was 1 of 6 siblings, and a graduate of Elkhorn City High School, class of 1969. The only child born to Orval N. and Georgia O. Burial will be in Rose Hill Cemetery, Mason Ohio. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until the time of the services. Judith M. Sexton, 79, of Tipp City passed away Saturday, January 6, 2018. His great-grandkids knew him better as Magic Pawpa. Dave (Jill) Steinmetz of Urbana; the mother of their children Anna Y. Steinmetz; nine grandchildren and six great grandchildren. He was caring, a gentleman, and people always said he was kind, agreeable, and always pleasant. Rachel was encouraging, determined, and a can do person. If I could be half the parents my father [Sam] and my mother [Rachel] were, then I believe I did well.They are also survived by 14 grandchildren. He was very talented and could fix anything. He was born February 4, 1942 in Urbana, the son of Fred and Velda (Hall) Weber. She was born in Ironton, Ohio on June 14, 1924, the daughter of John and Wilda (Waddle) Thacker. Expressions of sympathy may be made ae www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. Mrs. Griffin enjoyed reading, doing puzzle books, playing bingo, visiting the Goodwill Store and spending time with her family. Graveside services will be Friday at 10:00 AM in Dayton National Cemetery. He was born February 5, 1927 in Haiti, son of the late Francique and Adeline Emmanuel. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle and playing cards with friends at the Union Club and American Legion in Mechanicsburg. JORDAN, Courtney Michelle Leigh 27, of Springfield, passed away March 8, 2018 in Springfield Regional Medical Center. He was born August 15, 1947 in Springfield the son of the late Carroll and Ruth Jeanne (Bost) Steinmetz. Dorothy is survived by her sons Mike (Barbara) Tracy and John Pat (Cindi) Tracy; sister Ruby; sisters-in-law Jean and Rebecca; grandchildren Jason, Celeste, Lisa and James Jesse; great-grandchildren Jacob, Jordan, Piper, Khloe, Aubrey and Lexi; several nieces and nephews. 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. Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. If desired, memorial contributions may be made toHospice of Dayton. Memorial services will be held at 10:00AM Saturday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Roberts nephew Ronald Merkle officiating. He is survived by a large group of friends and classmates, an even larger extended family, and both his parents work families. Kathy was a member of the First Church of the Open Bible. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. She was preceded in death by her husband, Roger William Carr; son, Billy Carr; step-daughter, Sandy Witt; brother, Lloyd Gail Litzenberg; an infant brother; and her parents. Mr. Smith was a long-time devoted member of the South Charleston Freewill Baptist Church, where he played guitar and sang. in death by her husband, Robert E. Wunderly Sr.; a grandson, Zachary; 3 brothers and 2 sisters. He was born November 26, 1954, in Springfield, the son of Lyle Irvin and Maxine (Massie) Amos Jr. Mr. Amos was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, the Masonic Lodge, the Plumbers and Pipe Fitters Local Union and he was a Veteran of the United States Air Force. Scottie and Joan; his Bride then traveled the country in their fifth wheel luxury trailer. She was born December 14, 1953, in Piqua, OH, the daughter of the late Harry and Miriam Trowbridge. Visitation 5-8 p.m. Monday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. He was born December 21, 1958, in Springfield, the son of William and Beverly Ann (Arnold) Coale. Springfield. She was born October 29, 1940 in Springfield, the daughter of Lawrence Whitey and Marjorie (Walls) Graham. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be sent to the Freedom Court Wing at Koester Pavilion, 3232 N County Rd. Betty was a highly-regarded professional cosmetologist and worked at salons in Dayton and Huber Heights. He was preceded in death by a son; Eddie Campbell, a grandson; Alex Campbell, three brothers, one sister and his parents. Tom was an organ and tissue donor. Ronald Dean May, Sr., 65, of Springfield, passed away October 30, 2021, in Hospice of Dayton. God was the center of the household and in her adult years she began attending Hillside Ave Church of God. She graduated from Read More, Reach out to the Bolivar Herald-Free Press to submit an obituary by calling 417-326-7636, or emailing us at [emailprotected]. I felt heard and never felt pushed into any decision. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rodger S. Harris, Sr. on May 29, 2017; brothers, Raymond Collins and Kyle Lee Collins; and her parents. Special Thanks to the mother of Davids children Carol S. Ballentine for her love and care during his time of need. He was preceded in death by his wife; Phyllis Ann Salyers, a son; Michael Salyers, two brothers; Don and Chuck Salyers a sister; Sue Lafayette and his parents. He was born July 15, 1949 in Bainbridge, Ohio, the son of Floyd and Evelyn (Loman) Anderson. in Brownsville, PA featuring antique heavy equipment. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM Friday in Harbor Christian Fellowship, 920 Harbor Drive, Lebanon, OH with Pastor George Hale officiating. Visitation will be held from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Monday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. James Baldwin officiating. Elizabeth had been employed at Crowell Collier and Readmore. Colleen Moore (Arnold) Cargill 96 passed away peacefully September 13, 2022, at Citizens Memorial Healthcare Facility Bolivar, MO, after a brief illness. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will be held Sunday from 2-4 PM in TROSTEL, CHAPMAN, DUNBAR & FRALEY FUNERAL HOME, New Carlisle. October 29, 1944 - February 26, 2023. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Barry and his wife Jeanne enjoyed watching football and Survivor together. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. He was born July 8, 1983 in Springfield, the son of Christopher A. and Darla F. (Pence) McClanahan. Survivors include her children Sandra K. Lyons Camp, Sheila (Weldon) Cooper, B.J. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Monday in the International Pentecostal Church of Christ, 3333 East National Road. She was born March 16, 1944 in Mechanicsburg, daughter of the late Audie and Alta (Conley) Jackson. Charlie was close to his three older siblings who survive him, Jack Bowers, Jr., Jaye (Walter) Chick, and Karen (Mike) Wollum. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. 424 South Fountain Ave. Springfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the. Betty was born on October 4th, 1939 in Springfield. Virginia retired from Security National Bank. Naomi was a devoted member of Emmanuels Promise Church. Survivors include daughter-in-law, Jody Keaton of Springfield; stepson, James (Connie) Smith of Dayton; stepdaughter, Sharon Smith of Florida; brother, James Smith of Springfield; sister, Mildred Back of Dayton; grandchildren, William (Christina) Hickman, Robert (April) Hickman, Dawn Keaton, Ashley Smith; great-grandchildren, Kali Butts, William (Courtney) Hickman, Jr., Corey Hickman, Caleb Stone, Jerrod Keaton; and great-great-grandson, Liam. Funeral services will be held at 8:00 PM with Pastor Mike Grable officiating. Later in life she loved working in her yard and garden, never seeming to tire, which earned her the nickname The Energizer Bunny. She remained full of life into her 80s, loving God and Country, and was very active politically and in her church which earned her the next nickname of the Octogenarian Activist. Marietta has left a legacy of love and patriotism to her family. He was born May 7, 1931 in Christiansburg, Ohio the son of the late Irvin & Margaret (Snyder) Rucker. He studied and served at Asbury United Methodist Church in North Hampton, Ohio during his vital years, and found great joy among his friends at Southgate Baptist Church after the auto accident that confined him to a wheelchair for the past 22 years. Condolences may be shared at. Survivors include his loving wife of 25 years, Susan (McCarty) Massie, his mother; Phyllis Louk, children; William Richard Anthony Massie III, Angela Massie, Catrina Garcia (Juan), Jenna Rene Massie and Cody Matthew Jacobs, several grandchildren and great grandchildren, sisters; Dottie Massie-Pakulski and Debbie Louk-Ojibway (Richard), half sisters; Mary Langston (Matt), Nancy Damion (Bob), Robert Massie and Annette Massie, special uncle and aunt; Glen and Judy Massie and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Jeff had been employed at Arctech as a welder/fabricator. Michael was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in the U.S. Army. Funeral services will be held at 2:00PM Thursday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME with Rev. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. (Brown) Gerhardt passed over to everlasting life on April 8, 2020 in Dayspring of Miami Valley. Berry Kent Bolen, 91, of Fair Play, Missouri, passed away on December 30, 2022, at the Missouri Veterans Home in Mt. August 29 - January 16 view by town. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.trostelchapman.com. Sue owned and operated Deering Farm Market with her husband Bill. Mr. Seever was a veteran of the United States Navy and was retired from Ford Motor Company in Michigan. Kenneth was born on January 24, 1939 in Buffalo, Iowa and was the twelfth child to Albert and Carrie (Burris) Penrod. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the G.R.C.H.A. He was born March 31, 1934 in Springfield, the son of George Robert and Pearl Elizabeth (Lohnes) Vermillion. Gloria had loved to ride Harleys and go out dancing. She enjoyed bowling, playing basketball, and softball. She was born September 24, 1935, in Clark County, Ohio, the daughter of William Tennyson and Dorothy Margaret (Roddy) Errett. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Mausoleum. In her more recent years, she was a licensed massage therapist. She was born in Springfield on November 27, 1943. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. She will be missed dearly by her special grandsons, Ronnie and Donnie. Zion Missionary Baptist Church in Franklin, OH. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. She was preceded in death by a son; Sean Allen Plantz, a grandson; Bentlee Kristopher Moore, brothers; Cecil Brown, Ernie Brown, Donald Brown and Mike Brown and her parents. Paul is survived by his wife of fifty-seven years Donna Hughes; children Tami (Dennis) Givens, Todd, Tracie and Tye (Kyle Horner) Hughes; grandchildren Tiffany, Brandon, Ryan, Spencer, Emily, Adam. Barnett and Elsie Asher Barnett. He loved to go fishing and was known as a handyman or Mr. fix it. Visitation will be Thursday from 5-8 PM. A celebration of Bobs life will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday at the Knights of Columbus, 2055 S. Bird Rd., Springfield. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10 AM, Tuesday, February 27, 2018 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 411 E. 2nd St., Dayton, Ohio 45402. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Friday in Grace Evangelical Luther Church. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Mausoleum. STEPHANIE F. REEVES, 70, of Springfield, passed away on Monday, January 17, 2022. Verla was preceded in death by her husband, Milton K. Young; two brothers, Thomas and Paul Thacker; two sisters, Thelma R. Muirhead and Patricia Gail Herring; and her parents. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Heritage Commission. David W. Holbrook, 49, passed away November 7, 2020 at Soin Medical Center after a long struggle with ALS and complications with pneumonia. He was born on January 22, 1954 in Springfield, the son of Lindsey Alfred L.A. and Naomi Irene (Blanken) Gibson. Rosemarys hobbies included gardening, interior design and cooking. She was born April 1, 1949 in West Virginia. Friends may visit with the family from 12-2 pm. GRIFFITH, Jr., Homer 81, of Springfield, passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2018 at Oakwood Village. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Burial Park. Bernice is proceeded in death by both parents Bernie and Madeline Ratliff along with one sibling, Lloyd Sugarbear Ratliff. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah L. Freeman (Timothy) and his granddaughters, Meghan Freeman and Meredith Freeman-Wu (Stephen). Survivors include his wife Angela (Routzahn) Runyan; daughters Kimberly & Richard Hoberty and Veronica & Todd Keyser; step children Stephanie & Bryan LaPlant, Brian & Tracy McKnight and Jamie & Laura Arnold; sisters Sue & David White, Diane & Curtis Fuller and Karol Wolfe; nine grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was born February 18, 1959 in Toledo, OH, the son of Kenneth Herman and Sandra (Smith) Herman. (Monalisa) Robison, Jr. of Springfield, Anthony J. He was born October 26, 1950 in Springfield, the son of William R. Worthington and Patricia (Payne) (Worthington) Richard. He was born July 31, 1949, in Springfield, the son of Paul Leon and Dorothea (Stiles) Hursh Jr. Mr. Hursh was an avid hunter and fisherman. Hershel, Farrell, Jerry and Darrel and his parents. Everything was so organized and pertinent to what we needed. Mrs. Judy had worked for many years in the produce department at Fulmers Supermarket. Times for visitation and services have been changed to 6:00PM until 7:30PM Friday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. He was a precious man with a sweet spirit who always had a smile and a kind word to say. (Taylor) Fife. He was a member of Asbury United Methodist Church and the Lions Club. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. He is survived by his loving wife of 27 years; Patricia (White) Walker, two children; Scott (Stacie) Walker and Shelly (Douglas) Pergram, two grandchildren; Katie (Scott) Gillliland and McKenzie (Trent) Meyer, two great-grandchildren; Bryson Kuhn and Nora Holbrook, one brother; Paul (Geneva) Walker, one sister in law; Nancy (Jerry) Storts and numerous nieces and nephews including a nephew; Steve Knotts. Visitation one hour prior. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Missionary Church, 3525 E. National Rd., Springfield, OH 45505 at 11:00AM Tuesday with Pastor Rich Warren officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00PM until 8:00PM Wednesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Rex Emmett Barham was born April 1, 1924, to Joel and Fleet Barham. A memorial service to honor Pastor Raymond will be Thursday at 6:00 PM in the Church. David had been employed at Everoll. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. She was born on January 8, 1928, in Portsmouth, Ohio, the daughter of the late Hescal and Sara (Clark) Cutlip. Visitation will be Tuesday from 2-4PM and 6-8PM in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. Rosemary was well known for her infectious laugh, smile, wit and humor. in RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. She was born August 12, 1944 in Richmond, Indiana, the daughter of Grover Dale and Flora Evelyn (Kirkman) Sink. He was preceded in death by his wife; Marilyn (Fawley) Vance, also by four sisters and two brothers, mother and father. [ Read More > ], Springfield - HARPER, Hazel E. 106, of Springfield, passed away November 13, 2017. Graveside services with military honors will be held on July 7, 2021 at Rest Haven Cemetery in Stanton, Kentucky. VAN GORDER64, of Springfield, Ohio passed away Wednesday, June 21, 2017 at home. Survivors include one daughter, Deborah (Phillip) Lippencott of Cedarville, OH; son, John Lester (June) Kame of Springfield; four grandchildren, Patrick Lippencott (Crystal), Bryan Lippencott (Denise), Joshua Kame, and Jennifer Kame; great-granddaughter; Haley Lippencott; Tyler Alexander and Marissa Meadows; and one sister, Shirley Whetstone of Springfield. Tammy E. Maler, 51, of Huber Heights, passed away August 19, 2019, in her home surrounded by her loving family. Martha Anne Rightmyer passed away peacefully at Good Shepherd Village on the morning of Friday, January 7, with Chaplain Jay Galle of Kindred Hospice at her side. Contributions may be made to Louises family. 89 of Springfield, passed away at on February 19, 2023. The service to honor Janets life will be Thursday at 2:00 PM. Memorial services will be held at 8:00PM. SANDERS, Richard E. 74, of Springfield, passed away Friday, March 16, 2018 at Springfield Regional Medical Center. He loved his dogs. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.richardsraffanddunbar.com. Fly high with the Angels until we see each other again. She was an avid bowler, loved working in greenhouses and garden centers and going to the racetrack to watch her son. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. EILEEN NORMAN MURPHYPassed away at the age of 93 on February 26, 2018 at Koester Nursing Home in Troy, Ohio. Arrangements have been entrusted to Trostel, Chapman, Dunbar & Fraley Funeral Home. Bert Alsept and Forest Dyer officiating. He sent post cards home from the many states he visited. She is also preceded in death by her sister and brother-in-law, Garnet and Virgil Schaffner. Mr. Manleys family would like to give special thanks to the staff at Wooded Glen and to Kindred Hospice for all of their wonderful care. Burial will follow at Rose Hill Burial Park. Kenny is survived by two brothers, James E. Wade, Sr. and Johnny A. He was especially prized in creating many ponds in the area. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6:00PM until 8:00PM Thursday in the Lighthouse Tabernacle, 5202 Valley Pike, Urbana, OH. Kenneth Henry Kenny Weber, 78, of Springfield, passed away December 16, 2020 at Springfield Regional Hospital. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dale Weber, and his parents. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Springfield, OH. Visitation will be held for one hour prior to the services. Polk - He was preceded in death by his father; William Coale, sister; Debra Linger, sisters in law and brothers in law; Sandy and Jr. Manning and Jim and Judy Russell. Connie Deel officiating. John D. Kendall, 34, of Park Layne passed away Thursday, June 1, 2017. He was preceded in death by a sister; Wilma, a brother; Dave Walker and his parents. Kenny was the owner of Kenton Creek Dairy Farm as well as M & K Fencing. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. She never met a stranger, and she was famous for her soup beans and cornbread which she shared with her many neighbors. Find the right funeral home to guide your family through end-of-life planning. He is preceded in death by his parents; Jerry and Thelma Sparks, two grandsons; RJ Prater and Joshua Prater. Visitation 12-2 p.m. Burial in Rose Hill Burial Park. Burial will follow in Ferncliff Cemetery. Funeral services will be held at 1:00PM Tuesday in the Victory Faith Center, 424 South Fountain Avenue, with Pastors Pauline Hamblin and Carla Laux officiating. Arrangements are being handled by the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Her fur babies meant the world to her as her memory began to fade. At Mr. Browns request, there will be no services. He was always doing magic tricks for them and prided himself in being a prankster and making everyone laugh. She is survived by her honey, Richard E Holloway of Harmony. She is preceded in death by her parents; daughter Cynthia Jayne Haley; brothers Bill Bennett and Richard Otha Bennett. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. Betty Louise Brune, age 78, of Cassville, Missouri, passed away February 26, 2023. . He is preceded in death by his father James L. Kendall. She adored her grandkids and all animals, never turning a stray away. Condolences may be shared at www.jkzfh.com. A private Memorial Service will be held Saturday, March 13, 2021 at Jones Kenney Zechman Funeral Home in Springfield, OH. Entombment will follow in Rose Hill Mausoleum. He was great-grandfather to nine children with another one who will be born in 2023. Visitation will be Wednesday from 4-8 PM in Richards, Raff & Dunbar Memorial Home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Fidelia Rebekah Lodge No. 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. He was a U.S. Navy veteran of the Korean Conflict, he worked for Dick Brothers Construction and later he and his brother, Victor, opened together a business of building and remodeling. The service to honor Stephans life will be Sunday at 3:00 PM. Due to Covid restriction, a memorial will be held at a later date. She was born February 1, 1934 in Springfield, the daughter of the late Earl Q. and Hazel M. Thomas. 74 of Springfield, passed away peacefully on February 19, 2023. Arrangements entrusted to the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Connie, a 1963 graduate of Xenia High School, received a B.S in English Education in 1967 from Ohio University, a Master of Library and Information Science Degree in 1969 from the University of Pittsburgh, and went on to earn her teaching certificate in Special Education from Wright State. He had retired from the U.S. Army as an Airborne Ranger and later had Read More, Verna Faye Jarman, 75, Flemington passed away and met the Lord Jesus on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023, following a long battle with cancer She was born Sept. 4, 1947, to Raymond and Lorene Pember. He and his wife had impressive gardens, complete with fruit trees and grapevines. Bill enjoyed cooking for his family and was a talented barber and bricklayer. Dalene had worked at Kelsey-Hayes in Springfield and was also a Door Greeter at Walmart on Bechtle Ave. She was a hard worker and a very loving person who never met a stranger. Surviving are her twin sister Judy Mowery, sister Ellie (Jack) Crew, daughters Cindy (Jim) McNamara, Cathy Hallam, grandchildren Nick (Ashlie) Dailey, Landon (Tayler) Hallam, Breanna Hallam, Stephen (Rosa) Ellinger, Amber Ellinger, great-grandchildren Connor Dailey, Lilly, Layne, Truet Hallam, Kashton Hayes, Stephen Ellinger, Austin Roberts, Adalyn, Anabel Ellinger and several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM until time of services at 1:00 PM. She was born on March 18, 1962 in Springfield, Ohio. [ Read More > ], Bolivar - A gathering of family and friends will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday in the JONES-KENNEY-ZECHMAN FUNERAL HOME. Please try again. She was a case manager with the Light House. Visitation will be Saturday from 12 Noon 2 P.M. in the RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME.