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| 200 E. Wapakoneta St., PO Box 21 Waynesfield, Ohio 45896 419-568-1600 |
| Nick High Jr., age 85 died at 11:42 a.m. Wednesday, Jan 25, 2012 at Kindred Hospital, Lima. He was born June 7, 1926 in Ada Ohio to Nick & Lavaun (Hauenstein) High. He married Shirley Thompson on June 14, 1951 in Ada and she survives at Lakeview. Other survivors include 4 sons, Nick Steven “Steve” (Karen) High, Belle Center, Michael “Mike”, Patrick “Pat” High, both of Lakeview, Christopher “Chris” (Tammie) High, Columbus Grove, a daughter in law Patricia “Pat” High, Gran Blanc, Michigan, a brother Ralph (Kathy) High, Lima, 14 Grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son Charles “Charlie” High, a brother Clyde High and a step brother Leo Nixon. Nick was a retired lineman/repairman for United Telephone after 35 years of service. When he started it was called Lima Telephone Co. He was a 1944 graduate of Ada High School. He served his country during WWII in the Navy and during Korea with the Army. Nick was a former member of Roundhead VFW Post 8832. Nick was co owner of High Ceramics and had farmed for several years. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Saturday at the McGuffey Church of Christ. Burial will follow with full military honors by the Honor Guard of the Amvets Post 1994 of Kenton, at Woodlawn Cemetery, Ada. Friends may call from 2-8 pm Friday at McGuffey Church of Christ. And one hour prior to services Saturday. Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield is in charge of the arrangements. . ---------------------------------- Michael Hoskinson, age 60 died at 7:36 am Monday, Dec. 19, 2011 at his home in Waynesfield. Mike was born April 11, 1951 in Huntington WV to Jesse and Irene “Fudge” Hoskinson and they preceded him in death. On July 12, 1969 he married Kathy Young and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include a son Michael (Sara) Hoskinson, Bellefontaine, a daughter, Heather (Bret) Cheney, Harrod, 2 brothers, Larry (Mary Kay) Hoskinson, Dayton, Donnie Hoskinson, Coldwater, MI, 2 sisters Delores Hensley, Coldwater MI, Bea (Ken) Kaverman, Lexington, KY, and 2 grandaughters, Ashley “Rosebud” and Hope “Sugar pie”. He was preceded by a sister Sandy Bartley. Mike was a truck driver and worked for Linde Gases, Lima. He was a life member of the Carey Post #3759 Veterans of Foreign Wars, and the Teamsters Local 908. He had served in the US Army as a Fuel Storage Specialist. Military graveside services will begin at 11:00 am Friday, at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire, OH, by Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1275. In lieu of flowers contributions may be directed to the family. -------------------------------------- William Richard “Dick” Hatfield, age 93 of Waynesfield went home to be with the Lord on Monday Dec. 19, 2011 at the home of his daughter in Rushsylvania surrounded by his loving family. Dick was born September 4, 1918 in Alger to William R. & Icy (Bennett) Hatfield. On January 31, 1940 he married Charlotte Focht and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include a son Michael (Sonya) Hatfield, Wapakoneta, a daughter, Pamela (Bill) Wreede, Rushsylvania, 9 grandchildren, 21 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. He was preceded by a brother Joe Hatfield and a sister Elizabeth Rutter. Dick was a 1937 graduate of Waynesfield High School, a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church, UAW 1219, Lima, Ohio. Past member of Waynesfield Lions Club, former Mayor of Waynesfield, a formerly a member ow Wayne Township Volunteer Fire Department, where he had served as Chief. He retired from Ford Motor Company, Lima with 22years of service. Dick and his brother Joe had been the owner/operators of a grocery store in Waynesfield. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Waynesfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield. Memorials may be given to the Waynesfield United Methodist Church or Universal Hospice of Logan County. ----------------------------------------- Guy Anthony Frankina, age 54 died at 11:08 pm Saturday at his home in Waynesfield after a short illness. He was born December 9, 1957 in Cleveland, Ohio to Tony & Jane Marie (D’Amico) Frankina and they both preceded him in death. He Married Margaret Holestein and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include 1 son, 2 daughters, 2 step sons and 4 grandchildren. Guy was a Horse Trainer and co-owned a stable in Waynesfield. A memorial service will be held in the spring 2012 in Michigan. In lieu of flowers contributions may be given to the charity of the donor’s choice. ----------------------- Ruth Joanne Treglia, age 80 of rural Lafayette, died at 3:37 am Saturday December 3, at Otterbein of Cridersville. She was born March 12, 1931 in Lafayette to Edward and Mildred (Davison) Hefner. On August 14, 1951 she married A. Philip “Mick” Treglia who preceded her on September 13, 2005. Survivors include 5 daughters, Julia A. (Michael) Rex, Harrod, Patricia B. (Ronald) Wheeland, Urbana, Linda D. Thayer, Lafayette, Mary (Keith) Smith, Spencerville, Ann M. (John ) Deerhake, Lafayette, 12 grandchildren, Jared (Melinda)Rex, Jeremy (Sharon) Wheeland, Jennifer (Matt) Keeler, Melinda (Joshua) Wilson, Rachael (Nathan) Redmond, Cara Rex, Amy (Jon) Huber, Dustin (Nandry) Smith, John Deerhake, Adam Thayer, Heather Smith, Benjamin Thayer, 13 great grandchildren, a sister-in-law, Virginia Hefner, Lima, and a brother-in-law Tony (Carolyn) Treglia, Lafayette. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Donald, Richard, & William Hefner, 3 sisters, Elsie LaRue, Margaret Koogler, Mary Jane Reaves, and a son-in-law, Douglas Thayer. Mrs. Treglia was a 1949 graduate of Lafayette-Jackson High School and was member of St. Rose Catholic Church. She attended Berean Bible Baptist Church, Lima. After raising her family, she worked at Oakwood Forensic Center until her retirement. She loved her family very much. She was the “spiritual rock” for her children. She was a talented vocalist and instilled a love for music in her children. Some of her children's fondest memories were singing with her on Christmas Eve. Services will begin at 10:00 am Wednesday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with Pastor Charles DuPree officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to Otterbein-Cridersville. ------------------------------------ Helen L. Decker, age 89, of Waynesfield, died at 10:52 am Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2011 at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born Jan. 20, 1922 in Auglaize County to Clarence & May (Marquess) Jacobs. On may 25, 1949 she married Winton A. Decker and he preceded her in death on April 23, 2005. Helen was a graduate of Waynesfield High School class of 1940. She was a devoted wife mother and grandmother. Survivors include a daughter Judy Beers, Waynesfield, a sister Kathryn F. Hutson, Waynesfield, 2 grandchildren Brian (Jo Ellen) Beers, Brent (Laura) Beers, 4 great grandchildren Derrick & Dyllan Beers and Valerie & Samantha Torrado, and one great great grandson, Max Licata. She was preceded in death by 3 brothers, Brooks, Eugene, and Carl Jacobs. Services will begin at 11:00 am Saturday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Wayne de Wet and Jean Horn officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Contributions may be given to the White Memorial Library. ------------------------------------ Aaliyah Marie Baker, was stillborn Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011 at Lima Memorial Health Systems. She is survived by her mom and dad, Tyler D. & BreAnna (Hawk) Baker along with her Grandparents, Kevin & Missy Spradlin, Findlay, Greg & Teresa Hawk, Waynesfield, Todd & Kelly Baker, Lakeland FL, great grandparents Barry & Betty Musselman, Harrod, Bob & Darlene Stalnaker, Waynesfield, aunts Delaney Spradlin, Alissa Hawk, uncles Ethan Spradlin, Logan Hawk, and numerous great aunts & uncles. Private graveside services will be held at Salem Cemetery, Westminster Ohio. ---------------------------------- Ned “Bud” Gaylord Burden III age 21 died at 8:25 pm Monday, September 12, 2011at his home surrounded by his family after a valiant battle with cancer. He was born on December 9, 1989 in Bellefontaine to Ned and Christina (Webb) Burden II. His father and step mother Machelle survive in Sidney and his mother survives in Lakeview. Other survivors include a brother Glen Burden, Lakeview, a sister Sandi Burden, Los Cruces, NM, step brother, Benjamin Gates, Sidney, step sister Chelsie Gates, Sidney, maternal grandfather, John (Terri) Webb, Waynesfiled, fraternal grandfather, Dale (Marcia) Burden, Wapakoneta, fraternal great grandmother Anna Belle Burden, Wapakoneta, and step grandparents Sherman & Sara Fleming, Sidney. He was preceded in death by a brother Ezekiel Burden, maternal grandmother Barbara Webb, and fraternal grandmother, Darlene Burden. Ned had completed 2 years of college at The Ohio State University and was a 2008 graduate of Waynesfield Goshen High School where he played baseball and football. He had attended high school in Sidney for two years where he had played baseball, football, and wrestled. He was an exchange student in Germany and was an exchange student host. His favorite line was, “Cancer picked the wrong redneck!” Ned was a Christian and had helped on the farm when not in school. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Saturday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery near New Hampshire. Friends may call Friday, from 2 until 8 pm at the funeral home. Contributions may be given to Donors’ Choice. -------------------------------- Debra “Deb” Boday, age 53, died at 1:45 am Monday, Sept. 12, 2011 at Lima Memorial Hospital. She was born February 11, 1958 in Lima to Dale and Ann (Dulebohn) Miller. Her father and step mother, Beth, survive in Wapakoneta and she was preceded by mother. On September 16, 1978 in Lima she married James “Jim” Boday and he survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include 2 sons, Jeremy (Mindy) Boday, Christopher (Lisa Roberts) Boday both of Waynesfield, a brother Kevin (Jolynda) Myers, Wapakoneta, sisters, Lisa (Tom) Good, Waynesfield, Kari (Josh) Houser, Wapakoneta, Kim (Jim) Loescher, Cridersville, Mother in Law, Pat Boday, Lima, brother in law, Mark (Kathy) Boday, Kenton, 3 grandchildren, Cheyenne, Ethan, and Aisleen. Deb was very active in all Waynesfield Goshen Youth Sports, a 4H Advisor for “Waynesfield All Around Livestock”, a Waynesfield Goshen Athletic Booster, Co chairman for “Relay for Life” and the “Zach Tate” Benefit, and New Hampshire Baseball Association. She was a member of the Waynesfield Baptist Church and a 1976 graduate of Waynesfield Goshen High School. Deb had worked at K-Mart, Wapak Daily News, Waynesfield Raceway, K&T Groceries, D&J Quality Machining, and Plastipak. For the last 26 years she has driven a school bus for the Waynesfield Goshen Schools. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 pm Friday at Waynesfield Goshen High School, with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery. Friends may call Thursday from 2-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and Friday, one hour prior to the services at the school. Memorials may be given to Waynesfield Goshen Choir for the New York Trip. ------------------------------- Billy Joe “Bill” Carl, age 77, of rural Alger, went home to be with his Savior at 7:25 pm Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at home surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born July 2, 1934 in Winchester KY to Joseph & Ellie (Brock) Carl. On Sept. 16, 1955 he married Nora Shroyer in Dayton and she survives. Other survivors include 4 sons, Terry (Theresa) Bowermister, Dayton, Joe (Doris) Carl, Harrod, Frank (Brenda) Carl, Bellefontaine, Tom (Missy) Carl, Harrod, 2 daughters, Pam (Terry) Pence, Bucyrus, Cathy (Jack) Gratz, Belle Center, a brother, Loren Brock, Bryan, TX a sister Oleta Carter, Coppel, TX, 18 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded by an infant son, Billy Michael, a brother Frank, and 2 sisters, Glenda Crank and Sarah Ledbetter. Bill co-owned with his wife, the B&N Trucking Company. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. He was a very active member of Victory Chapel of Praise. He founded the “Forever in His Hands” Ministries, was a sergeant in the Ohio National Guard, and served in the Army Reserve. A “Celebration of Life” service will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, September 10, at McGuffey Church of Christ, with Pastor David Schneer officiating. Burial will follow at a later date in the Huntsville Cemetery. A gathering of friends will begin at 9:00 am at the church until the time of the services. Contributions may be directed to the family in Bills’ memory. ------------------------------------- George C. Law, age 76, died at 11:05 pm Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at Lima Convalescent Home, Lima. He was born April 10, 1935 in Hollsopple PA, to George and Minnie (Blough) Law. On July 1, 1961 he married Shirley Manges and she preceded him in death on May 20, 2003. Survivors include a son, Shawn (Barbara) Law, Worthington, a daughter Sonya (Grant) Thullen, Waynesfield, 3 sisters, Virginia Thomas, Richland, PA, Dorthy Aniol, Davidson, PA, Alice Haapala, Greencastle, PA, and 2 grandchildren. He was preceded by 2 brothers, Richard & Robert Law, and a sister Lilian Stahl. George graduated from Conemaugh Twp. High School and was a US Army Veteran. He was a member of Orwelll United Methodist Church and retired from Kennametal after 38 years of service. Funeral services will begin at 10:30 am Wednesday at Bethel United Methodist Church, Hollsopple PA, with burial to follow at St. Thomas Cemetery, Hooversville, PA. Friends may call Monday from 6-9 pm at Paine-Guerriero Funeral Home, Orwell, OH, where there will be prayer service at 8:30 pm and on Tuesday from 6-9 pm at George B. Mason Funeral Home, Davidsville, PA. Memorial contributions may be directed to Allentown United Methodist Church, “Building Fund”. Condolences may be expressed at www.armentroutfuneralhome.com Local arrangements were handled by Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield -------------------------------- Russell E. “Gene” Jacobs, age 93 died at 7:00 pm Tuesday, August 23, 2011 at Wapakoneta Manor, Wapakoneta Ohio. He was born September 6, 1917 in Union Township, Auglaize County to Clarence and May (Marquess) Jacobs. Survivors include two sisters Helen L. Decker and Kathryn F. Hutson both of Waynesfield, and nieces & nephews. He was preceded by 2 brothers, Brooks W. and Carl D. Jacobs. Gene was a retired dock worker from Duff Trucking. He enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and his family. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Saturday Aug. 27, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends may call Friday, from 5 until 8 pm at the funeral home. Contributions may be given to Wayne Township Rescue Squad or Donors’ Choice ----------------------------------- Theresa Jane “Tess” Neal, age 59 died at 3:12 am Thursday, August 11, 2011 at her home in Waynesfield. Tess was born on August 18, 1951 in Lima Ohio to Melvin F. and Melvina “Jewel” (Hagan) Hawkins and they both preceded her in death. On August 9, 1980 she married Donald Neal and he survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include a son John F. ( Amber) Neal, Buckland, a daughter Sarah J. Neal, Harrod, 2 brothers William (Elaine) Hawkins, Opp, Alabama, Norman Hawkins, Waynesfield, 4 half brothers Mark (Sharon) Hawkins Beuna Viston, Arkansas, Stanley (Valera) Hawkins, Dearborn, MI, John Hawkins, Toledo, Michael (Carolyn) Hagan, Arlington, TX, a sister Kimberly “Kim” Hawkins, Niangua, MO, 3 half sisters, Rebecca Szilaygi, Cleveland, Melanie Hawkins, Northwalker TX, Alegra Hardy, Spring TX, a grandaughter, Alexandra, and a grandson Macon. She was preceded by a grandson, Massey Neal. Tess was a member of Waynesfield Baptist Church, the National Association of Orthopedic Nurses, Waynesfield Historical Society, “Dr. Nielson’s Scholarship” Association, and the Muchinippi Players. She was a 1969 graduate of Waynesfield Goshen Schools and a 1978 graduate of Lima Technical College. She had been a Registered Nurse at Lima Memorial Hospital. A “Celebration of Life” will begin at 11:00 am Monday, August 15th at Waynesfield Baptist Church with Rev. Don Smith and Deacon James Blevens officiating. A gathering of friends will begin at 9:00 am Monday untill time of services at the Church. Memorial contributions may be directed to “Dr Nielson’s Scholarship Fund” or the Cancer Survivors “Wig Lady“. ---------------------------- Viola Mach Arnett, age 76 died at 3:45 am Monday, August 8, 2011 at her residence in McGuffey. Mrs. Arnett was born November 2, 1934 in Grundy VA to the late Everett & Ethel Vance Meadows. On Sept. 17, 1951 in Iuka, MS she married Woodrow “Alabam” Arnett and he preceded her in death on July 1, 1993. Survivors include 3 sons, James S. “Scotty”(Cindy) Arnett, Decatur AL, Jerry W. (Lisa) Arnett, Ada, David L. (Patricia) Arnett, Alger, 2 daughters, Deborah L. (Tommy) Prater, McGuffey, Brenda K. (John) Stevenson, Alger, a brother Winston (Judy) Meadows, Cardington, OH, 7 grandchildren, Shawn Arnett, Diana Hundley, Shelby Arnett, Tommy Prater Jr., Dylan Arnett, Woody Prater, Matthew Stevenson, 3 great grandchildren, Owen, Ean, and Parker. She was preceded by a brother Wimpy Meadows, and a sister Dolly Meadows. Mrs. Arnett had attended Quickstep Pentecostal Church for a number of years, but after becoming ill, she attended McGuffey Church of Christ with her daughter. She had been a Sunday School teacher , loved gardening, quilting, “mothering and grand mothering“. She was a part of the Arnett Family Gospel Singers. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 pm Thursday, August 11, 2011 at Quickstep Pentecostal Church, Alger with Pastor Robert Dye officiating. Burial will follow at Preston Cemetery, Alger. Friends may call Thursday from 11:00 am till time of services at the Church. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the family co/o Armentrout Funeral Home. ------------------------------------- Ronald V. Burden, age 70, died at 7:30 am Thursday, June 30 at his residence at Belle Center. He was born Nov. 20, 1940 in Lima to Edgar Vance & Goldie (Thalman) Burden and they preceded in death. On July 8, 1967 he married Janice Seymour and she survives in Belle Center. Other survivors include a son Jeremey (Jyoti) Burden, McGuffey, a daughter Heather Lynn (Mark) Badertscher, Belle Center, a brother Charles (Norma) Burden, Ada, a sister Beverly(Perry) Eagy, Sturgis Michigan, 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. He was preceded by 3 sons, Stephen V., Ronald V. Jr., and Marc Allen Burden, 1 grandson, Hunter Ray Burden, 3 brothers, Lewis, Ralph & Terry L. Burden, and 1 sister Anna Belle Fruchey. Ronald was a member of Quickstep Pentecostal Church, Alger, a retired Sergent First Class from the US Army and retired after 20 years at Lima Corrections. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 pm Saturday, July 2 at Quickstep Pentecostal Church, with Pastor Robert Dye officiating, Burial will follow with full military honors by the AMVETS Post 1994 Honor Guard at Roundhead Cemetery, Roundhead Ohio. Contributions may be given in his memory to Quickstep Pentecostal Church. --------------------------------------------- Ronald Lewis Moore, age 90 died at 3:20 a.m. Monday, June 27 at Logan Acres, Bellefontaine, Ohio. Ronald was born Feb. 16, 1921 in Hardin County to Harry W. & Elda A. “Ford” Moore. He married Vivian Spencer and she preceded him in death. In June 1952 in New Hampshire, Ohio he married Elnora Jean Fry and she preceded him on June 15, 1979. Survivors include a daughter, Linda Jane Moore, New Mexico, a step son, Larry (Beverly) Slagle, Lakeview, a step daughter, Irene (F.G.) Sprague, Lima. numerous step-grand and step-great grandchildren, nieces & nephews, Roger A. (Kaye) Moore, Betty L. Cognion (special caregiver), David J.(Caryl) Moore, Janet L. (Marion) Spencer, Connie (Tom) Kemp, Joan Winegardner, Janet Moore, Sandra (Roy) Hand, Diana Hastings, and Brenda Burns. He was preceded in death by an infant son, David Charles Moore, 2 brothers, Carl and Clarence Moore, a sister Dorothy J. Deringer, a step grandson, Joey Neely, 3 nephews, Jerry Moore, John Moore, and James Cognion. Ronald had attended Roundhead School and had worked at the Lima State Hospital. He was a member of Pleasant Hill Methodist Church. He loved the music and the fellowship of his brothers and sisters in Christ. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Friday, July 1, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with David Moore officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 5 to 7 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Contributions may be given to the Victory Chapel of Praise in Ronald’s memory.. ------------------------------------ Joan “Jo” Earl, age 79, died at 6:43 pm Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. She was born December 15, 1931 in Dunkirk, Ohio to Jonas Jasper & Mary Belle (Hebling) Wheatley. On June 18, 1950 in Harrod, she married Myron Kenneth “Kenny” Earl and he survives in Waynesfield. They just celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary. Other survivors include, a son Randy (Dee) Earl, Covington, OH, a daughter, Mary (Mike) Klenke, New Hampshire, OH, 4 grandchildren, Shawn (Deana) Klenke, Mandy (James) Barton, Eric (Tara) Earl, Adam (Jessey) Earl, 11 great-grandchildren and a special niece, Barbara Longbrake. She was preceded by a son Daniel Lee Earl, 2 brothers, Clifford & George Wheatley, and 2 sisters Eloise Keith & Margaret Huffman. Joan was a member of the Waynesfield Baptist Church, was a 1950 graduate of Waynesfield High School, and was a retired embroiderer from Holloway Sporting Goods, Sidney & Jackson Center, after 20 plus years. She was a member of the US Trotting Association and the Ohio Harness Association. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Wednesday, June 22, at Waynesfield Baptist Church with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Friends may call Tuesday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and Wednesday, one hour prior to services at the church. Contributions may be given in her memory to Friends of White Memorial Library, or the Tri-County Hospice. -------------------------------- Wava R. Spradlin, age 85 died at 12:05 pm Tuesday June 14, 2011, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. She was born May 29, 1926 in Hardin County to Frank B. and Nona (Krisher) Gunn. On October 19, 1945 she married Darrell C. “Jim” Spradlin who died May 15, 1998. Survivors include two daughters, Sharon A. (Clarence) Lowery, Belle Center, Deborah K. Vance, Waynesfield, a brother, Robert (Lou) Gunn, Newark, a sister, Imogene Bice, Waterloo, Michigan, 5 grandchildren, J. Kevin (Missy) Spradlin, Heather (Douglas) Moore, Jason (Marcia) Vance, Matthew (Kera) Lowery, Joshua (Kathy) Vance, 9 great grandchildren, and a special friend, Millard (Bud) Bowling. She was preceded in death by her parents, 2 sons, Jerry D. and Dennis D. Spradlin, 3 brothers, Clyde, Raymond and Garland Gunn, 8 sisters, Pauline Ellis, Eva Mae Fewell, Gladys Hoy, Wanda Mankey, Margaret Kimmel, Annabelle Hunt, Betty O’Bannon, and Wilda Leffler. Wava had worked at Wilson Sporting Goods in Ada for 23 years as a lacer and packer, was a member of Gold Star Mothers, Findlay Chapter and the Findlay American Legion Auxillary. A “Celebration of Life” Service will begin at 2:00 pm Wednesday, June 22, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfiled, with Rev. Robert Dye officiating. A gathering of friends will be from Noon until time of services. Memorial contributions may be given in her memory to the Gold Star Mothers, Findlay Chapter. ------------------------------------- Anna Lee “Ma-Ma” Huffer, age 85 died at 4:55 pm Friday, May 27, 2011 at Lost Creek Care Center, Lima, Ohio. She was born October 7, 1925 in Jodie, West Virginia, to the late John M. and Edith L. (Pierson) McGraw. She married Byron W. Huffer and he preceded her in death, June 1982. Survivors include a son, Anthony “Tony” (Shelley) Huffer, Waynesfield, a sister Dorothy Nichols, Columbus, a grandaughter Caitlin, and a grandson Joshua (Amber) Turnmire. She was preceded in death by a sister, Ruby Young. Anna was a member of Firm Foundation Christian Center, Elida, a graduate of Gauley Bridge High School, and a graduate of West Virginia Tech. She retired after 27 years as a clerk at FW Woolworth Company. Graveside services will begin at 1:00 pm Wednesday , June 1, 2011 at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire, OH, with Pastor Doneta Warren officiating. Contributions may be given to the Alzeheimer’s Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington DC 20090- 6011. ------------------------------- Lois Ann Bennett, age 81 died late in the evening on May 18th 2011 at her home. Lois was born January 27, 1930 in Wayne Township, Auglaize County to Gerald R. & Cecile Marie (Bowdle) Bennett and they preceded her in death. Survivors include a Niece, Amy (Jerry) Bennett-Brinkman, Wapakoneta, a great niece & nephew, Jenna & Benjamin Brinkman, Wapakoneta, a sister in law, Dixie Bennett, Wapakoneta, and cousins. She was preceded by a brother, James B. Bennett. Lois was a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church, and a 1948 graduate of Waynesfield High School. She had worked for 35 years for City Loan & Savings Co. She was an organizing member of Waynesfield City Park, Waynesfield Garden Club, and a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Lois had served on the Historical Committee for the Waynesfield Sesquicentennial celebration in 1998, was a member of the Waynesfield United Methodist Church’s Sesquicentennial event in 2010, a member of the Waynesfield Womens’s Republican Club, and was a member of the Waynesfield Friends of the White Memorial Library. She enjoyed reading and was an avid walker. Lois was a descendant of the early settlers of Waynesfield and Union Township, Auglaize County. In 2003 she received recognitions from the Auglaize County Historical Society for owning a centennial home. Graveside services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, May 23rd at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Friends may call Sunday, from 2-6 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield. Contributions may be given to “Friends of the White Memorial Library” in care of Jane Davis, P.O. Box 234 Waynesfield, Ohio 45896 ----------------------------------- Alice L. (Robinson) Eldridge, age 87 died at 10:05 a.m. Tuesday, May 17 at Auglaize Acres, Wapakoneta, Ohio. Mrs. Eldridge was born March 27, 1924 in Lima to Archie and Lillie (Lamley) Poling. She married Albert (Jack) Robinson and they divorced. She then married Arnold Eldridge and they too divorced. Survivors include a daughter Loma Leugers, Wapakoneta, 4 grandchildren, Gale (Tom) Mullett, Ada, Kim Leugers, Cridersville, Jamie (Chris) Shaw, Waynesfield, Darin (Amanda) Leugers, Elida, 11 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren. She was preceded by a brother, Harrold Poling and a sister, Florence Miller. Mrs. Eldridge was a homemaker, attended Open Bible Church, Uniopolis, and enjoyed gardening and raising chickens. During WWII she worked at the Lima Tank Plant for the “War Effort”. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 pm Friday, May 20th at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with Pastor Jean Horn officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends may call Friday from 11:00 am till time of the services. --------------------------- David Andrew “Andy” “Drew” Chiles, age 34 died at 7:29 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Lima Memorial Health System. Andy was born November 10, 1976 in Lima to David A. & Darlene Sproul Chiles who survive in Waynesfield. On August 16, 2003 in Columbus, he married Whitney Eaton and she survives in Ada. Other survivors include a son Spencer W., at home, a brother Russell (Nicole) Chiles, Streetsboro, 2 nieces, Audrey and Lillian Chiles, Paternal grandmother, Kathleen Chiles, Maternal grandmother, Opal Sproul, both of Waynesfield, father and mother in law, Keith & Linda Eaton, Columbus, 2 sister in laws, Stacey (Bryan) Lynn, Zanesville, Ashley (Tim) McCoy, Columbus, and a nephew Zayne Lynn. Andy was a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church, a 1995 graduate of Waynesfield Goshen High School, a 2000 graduate of Ohio Northern University, and a teacher at Lima Senior High School, school of Multiple Intelligences. He served as a “Tri” President of the Lima Education Association, was an Adjunct Professor at ONU, and was a member of Theta Chi Fraternity. Andy played football for Waynesfield Goshen School and Ohio Northern. He was very involved with the betterment of the Lima Schools. He loved to travel, cook and spend time with friends and family. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at Waynesfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Don Smith and Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-8 pm Tuesday and from 9 till time of services Wednesday at Waynesfield United Methodist Church. Contributions may be made to Spencer W. Chiles College fund. Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield is in charge of the arrangements. ------------------------------------ William H. “Bill” Pulford III, age 72 died at 6:10 pm Monday, May 9, 2011 at Heartland of Indian Lake. Bill was born October 20, 1938 in Lima to William H. & Mildred Rose (Harris) Pulford II. He was formerly married to Janet Lame then on July 5, 1985 in Lima he married Edith Aller and she survives in Lakeview. Other survivors include 2 sons, Lynn Pulford, Henderson Nevada, Tim (Mary) Pulford, Delphos, a daughter Tina (Tony) Ward, Sharpsburg, NC, 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 2 great grandaughters. He was retired from Ford Motor Co. Lima, after 30 years of service, and had driven a motor route delivery for the Lima News and the Wapakoneta Daily News for several years. Bill was a veteran of the United States Air Force, and a member of Sager Lodge No. 0513 F&AM, Lafayette. A 1956 graduate of Lafayette High School, he loved to fish, hunt and go boating. He was an accomplished “Steel Guitar” musician and played with many different bands over the years. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Saturday May 14, 2011, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Pastor Jim Neighbors officiating. Burial will follow at 9:00 am on Monday at Memorial Park Cemetery with full military honors. Friends may call Friday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the funeral home. ------------------------------- Larry Gilroy age 69 died at 2:25 pm Monday, May 9, 2011 at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima Larry was born December 18, 1941 in Waynesfield to John & Margie (Lones) Gilroy. On Dec. 29, 1962 in Waynesfield he married Penny Cole and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include a son, Shane (Sara) Gilroy, Trenton, OH, a daughter Paula Gilroy, Lima, 4 brothers Gary (Judy) Gilroy, Waynesfield, Joe (Shelva) Gilroy, Waynesfield, John (Jean) Gilroy, Wapakoneta, Fred (Diane) Gilroy, Wapakoneta, 3 grandchildren, Austin, Bryston, & Sarane Gilroy. Larry had worked for Warner & Swasey and retired form Crown Corp. He attended Waynesfield Baptist Church. Funeral services will begin at 2 pm Thursday, May 12, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Friends may call from Noon untill time of services Thursday. In lieu of flowers contributions may be given to the family in care of the funeral home. --------------------- Sallie Rose Branstetter, age 75 died at 1:35 am Sunday, May 8, 2011 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born March 4, 1936 in Frieson, LA to the late William and Mildred (Johns) Hall. On May 2, 1955, in Kiethville, LA she married Miles Philip Branstetter and he survives in Harrod. Other survivors include 4 sons Miles (Barbara) Branstetter, Deer Park, TX, Bobby (Whitney Ann) Branstetter, Mt Gilead, OH, David (Traci) Branstetter, Omaha, NE, Clifford (Julia) Branstetter, Marion, OH, 3 Daughters, Darlene (K.C.) Sollers, Deer Park, TX, Millie (Wes) Hopkins, Tomball, TX, Cydney (Kurt) Wolfe, Prospect, OH, 2 brothers, Bob Hall, Shreveport, LA, Sam (Stephanie) Hall, White House, TX, 3 sisters, Jayne Brazelton, De Quincy, LA, Mildred Joffrion, Shreveport, LA, Ann Black, Minden, LA, 22 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren. She was preceded by 2 sons Henry & Dwight, and 5 brothers. Sallie was a graduate of Byrd High School, Shreveport, LA, attended the 1st Baptist Church, Kenton, OH, and was a member of the “Homemaker’s Club”. She was a volunteer, working the election polls in Hardin County for years. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday at 1st Baptist Church, Kenton, with Pastor Craig Mansfield officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Roundhead Township. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 Tuesday, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and for 1 hour prior to the services Wednesday, at the church. ------------------------------ Russell H. Vertner, age 94 died at 8:20 pm Friday, April 15 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Russell was born on March 8, 1917 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Thomas and Effie “Ohler” Vertner. On August 3, 1940 in Erlanger KY he married the former Nellie Dawson and she survives in Roundhead. Other survivors include 3 daughters, Marsha (Reed) Cox, Roundhead, Janell (Drew) Cronenwett, Dayton, Janine (Gregory) Douglass, Lima, 2 nieces, Janice (Gene) Gratz, Mansfield, Beverly (Robert) Spencer, Alger, 4 grandchildren, Andy Cox, Erin (Jeff) Brown, Summer Douglass, Winston Cronenwett, 5 great grandchildren Monica, Mackenzie, Alexis, Alyssa, and Austin. He was preceded in death by an infant daughter Carol Joyce, a brother and sister in law, Robert and Alice Jane Vertner, 2 Sisters, Ruth Vertner, and Jean and Bill Lloyd Thomas, and a niece Joyce Exton. Russell retired in 1983 as the superintendent of Peterson Construction Co. Wapakoneta, Ohio, was a member of the Waynesfield United Methodist Church, a 1935 graduate of the Roundhead High School, and attended The Ohio State University. He served his country during WWII in the Army where he fought in the European Theatre and was part of the occupation force in Japan after their surrender. He was a life member of the Roundhead Post #8832 Veterans of Foreign Wars, a life member of the Wayne Lodge #569 F&AM, Waynesfield, over 70 year member of the Scottish Rite of Dayton, and a member of the Waynesfield Lions Club. Russell golfed up until he was 92, loved to travel, loved animas, especially cats, was an avid Ohio State fan, enjoyed a good joke, and was a very patriotic American. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Wednesday at Waynesfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial, with full military honors by Roundhead VFW Post #8832, will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Tuesday at Armentrout Funeral Home and for one hour at the church Wednesday prior to the services. Contributions may be made to the Waynesfield United Methodist Church or to the Hospice of Hardin County. ------------------------- Derron J. Taylor age 46 died at 7:42 pm Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at Lima Memorial Health System after a lengthy illness. He was born December 22, 1964 in Lima to Glenn F “Fred” Taylor and Janis F. (Shaw) Noland. His father and step mother JoAnn survive in Lima and his mother survives in Sarasota FL Other survivors include 2 sisters, Natalie Nicholson, Findlay, Holy Glynn, Sarasota FL, 2 step brothers, Todd Quinton, Arlington, TX, Matthew (Stephanie) Quinton, Springdale Ark., 2 nieces, Paiton and Reese Glynn, and a nephew Hayden J. Quinton. Derron had attended both the New Hampshire School and the Waynesfield Schools, had worked for the Yogi Bear Campgrounds in Florida in Swimming Pool Maintenance. He loved the Lord and devoted to his Christian Faith. Funeral services will begin at 2:00 pm Friday, April 1, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire, Ohio. Friends may call Thursday from 4 to 8 pm at the funeral home. ----------------------------- Eric David Hayes, age 21 of Wapakoneta, died Wednesday at his home. Eric was born on December 11, 1989 in Lima to Steven & Lara (Waitman) Hayes and they survive at Lakeview. He is also survived by a daughter Lilium Grace Hayes, Woodville, OH, a brother Steven (Nicole) Hayes, Wapakoneta, paternal grandparents, Keith & Alice Palmer, Wapakoneta, maternal grandparents, Paul & Joretta Waitman, Wapakoneta and a nephew, Isacc Hayes. He had worked at New Vision Labs as a Microbiology Technician, was a 2008 graduate of Waynesfiled Goshen High School, where he was the Co-Valedictorian. Eric was a graduate of University of North West Ohio with an associate degree in business and was nearing completion of his Bachelors of Business degree at UNOH as well. He was registered to start in September at The Ohio State University in the “pre-med” program with his goal to become a forensic pathologist. Eric was an avid reader, he enjoyed poetry, novels and medical journals, he had a love for music, across many genre, as well as photography, science, medicine, and enjoyed the fine arts. He loved boating and water sports, but above all he loved to spend time playing with his daughter Lilium who was the love of his life. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, March 21 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire, Ohio Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 on Sunday at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to Lilium Hays College Fund, Superior Credit Union. -------------------------- George E. Davis, age 87 died at 6:48 pm Saturday, Feb 26, 2011 at Auglaize Acres, Wapakoneta, Ohio. George was born June 8, 1923 in Logan County to the late Clinton and Minnie L. (Grow) Davis. He married the former Norma Jean Vermillion and she survives. Other survivors include 2 sons, George Russell “Russ” Davis, Jenison, MI, Steven Wayne (Wyvetta) Davis, New Salem, IL, a brother, Raymond Davis, Huntsville, OH, a sister Shirley (Val) LeVal, South Bend, IN, 4 grandchildren, and 10 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by 4 brothers, William “Bill”, John, Virgil, and Bob, and 5 sisters, Betty, Pauline, Francis, Ethel, and Elsie. George was retired after 23 years of service as a truck driver for Central Concrete & Supplies, had served as the sexton at Walnut Hill Cemetery from 1981 to 1988, and attended Belle Center Church of Christ. He was a Military Police Officer with the Army Air Corps 5th Military Police Squadron. George was a Life member of Waynesfield American Legion Post #395 and volunteered as an Ohio State Highway Patrol Auxiliary Officer from 1965 to 1990. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Thursday, March 3, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Pastor Don Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery with full military honors. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. ---------------------- Dorothy L.(Bassett) Cummings, age 88 died at 7:25 pm Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 at Saint Rita’s Medical Center. Dorothy was born Sept. 17, 1922 in Jennings Twp. Van Wert County to DeWitt S. and Hannah (Owens) Bassett. On April 5, 1947, in Lima Ohio she married Paul C. Cummings and he preceded her in death on October 21, 2009. Survivors include 3 sons, Greg (Penny) Cummings, Wapakoneta, Mark (Patty) Cummings, Harriman TN, Mikel (Dana)Cummings, Scottsdale, AZ, a daughter Jill (Greg) Winegardner, Salt Lake City, Utah, 10 grandchildren, Sarah, Amy, Sam, Matthew, Dustin, Travis, Ashli, Grant, Ashlee, Brent, and 10 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Thomas and Richard Bassett, and a sister Jan Van Eman. She was a 1940 graduate of Spencerville High School, a member of Lima Baptist Temple and the Encouragers Sunday School Class. Dorothy worked at Lima Armature Works as the secretary to the plant manager and that is were she met her husband of 62 years. She retired from Sheller Globe Corporation , Superior Division, Lima in 1981, where she had been a secretary. She enjoyed spending time with her family, friends, and church family and was an avid OSU Buckeyes fan. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, Feb. 14, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with Pastor Gary Hohman officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Friends will be received Sunday, from 2-6 pm. Contributions in Dorothy’s memory may be given to Temple Christian School or the Encouragers Sunday School Class. ------------------------------------------- Olen F. Walters, age 92, died at 4:39 pm Sunday, Feb 6, 2011 at Mennonite Memorial Home, Bluffton, Ohio. Mr. Walters was born July 3, 1918 in Van Wert, Ohio to Olen Sr. and Cora (Thurman) Walters. He married Rozella Lansing and she preceded him in death. Survivors include a son, Mark Walters, Harrod, 2 daughters, Ruby Kenton, Spencerville, Nancy (Brent) Pheneger, Lima, a sisters, JoAnne Harrod, New Smyrna Beach, FL, 5 grandchildren, Billy Motter, Anita Motter, Brad Maroney, Chad Maroney, Matthew Pheneger, and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded by a daughter Shirley Burd, a brother Gordon Walters and 2 sisters June Bowman, and Evelyn Shaw. He was a US Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict, had farmed and retired from the Lima Tank Plant. Olen had driven a bus for several years for the Allen County Transit Authority, had worked for 5 years with the Ohio State Highway Department, was a machinist at Excello Corporation, Lima, and had been employed by Nationwide Security as a security officer at the Northland Plaza. He was a member of the Lima DAV, Waynesfield American Legion Post #395 and a former member of Allen Soil and Conservation District. He was a 1936 graduate of Waynesfield High School. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Pastor Ernest Plemmons officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery with full military honors conducted by Lima VFW Post 1275. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home ------------------------------------ Dennis R. Slone, age 42 of Waynesfield died at 6:45 pm Friday, January 28, 2011 at Joint Township District Memorial Hospital, St. Marys. He was born on May 8, 1968 in Lima to Delbert R. & Lou Hester (Rigsby) Slone of Waynesfield. On September 11, 1993 he married Jennifer R. Haman and she survives. Other survivors include a daughter, Adreanna, at home, a brother Brad (Deanna) Sloan, a sister, Lori (Lincoln) Roop, all of Waynesfield, his mother & father in-laws, Ralph “Rocky” & Rebecca S. Page, Delphos, Jay W. Haman Sr., Lima, a brother-in-law Jay W. Haman Jr, Lima, nieces & nephews. Dennis was retired from Airstream of Jackson Center, had been a 20 year member of Wayne Towship Volunteer Fire Department where he had served as a lieutenant for a year. He was a former St. Marys Police Officer and had served as an auxiliary Peace Officer for the Wapakoneta Police Department. A 1987 graduate of the Waynesfield Goshen High School, he attended and graduated from the Apollo “Ohio Peace Officer Training” program. He was a US Army Veteran. Dennis was a loving husband, father, son, and brother. He devoted his life to serving others and will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 5th at Waynesfield Baptist Church with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends will be received from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Friday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, and at the church, one hour prior to the services Saturday. Contributions may be given in memory of Dennis to the Wayne Township Fire Department or to Adreanna’s College Fund. -------------------------------------------------- Ella Jane Caudill, age 78 of Kenton died at 5:40 pm Monday, January 3, 2011 at Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton. She was born August 24, 1932 in Roundhead Township, Ohio to Pierce and Arzella (Walters) Hurt. On September 9, 1950 in Kenton, she married Amos Caudill and he survives. Other survivors include a son, Perry (Mirta) Caudill, Coral Springs FL, a daughter, Debra Nichols, Kenton, a sister Eula Hall, Kenton, four grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Henry and George Hurt, and 6 sisters, Mary Dyer, Laura Clemmons, Sarah Adkins, Lula Compton, Ada Hensley, and Esther Hinton. Ella Jane was a member of the Quickstep Pentecostal Church, Alger, and retired from Scioto Sign Company after 25 years. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, Jan 7, 2011 at Quickstep Pentecostal Church with Pastor Robert Dye officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview McDonald Cemetery. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and one hour prior to services at the church Friday. ------------------------ Teressa Ann (Bodi) Bildfell, age 48 died 5:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 22nd after a valiant battle with cancer for seven years and now is at home with the Lord. She was born November 28, 1962 in Lima Ohio to John and Carol (Ellicker) Bodi and they survive in Lima. She married Arni Bildfell in Sarna Ontario, Canada and he survives. Other survivors include three sons, Troy Hockingberry, Aaron (Lindsay Deacon) Hockingberry, Stephan Bildfell, a daughter Ashley Hockingberry, all of Canada, 2 brothers, John “Ed” Bodi, Irmo SC, Scott (Charlene Knight) Bodi, Waynesfield, 3 grandchildren, Xavier, Sage, and Layla. She was also survived by several aunts and uncles, Pat (Charles) Buffenbarger, Sue (Charles) Haggard, both of Waynesfield, Judy (Gary) Haemmerle, Coumbus, Jim (Sue) Bodi, Janet Doss, both of Lakeview, Bill (Sharon) Bodi, Roundhead, and Eleanor (Herbert) Peters, Belle Center. She was preceded by her grandparents, John & Ruth Ellicker and Thomas & Cora Bodi. Teressa was wonderful wife, daughter, mother, and grandmother. She was a homemaker and was a 1980 graduate of Westland High School, Galloway, Ohio. Teressa enjoyed reading the bible, gardening, and dancing. She loved being with her children and grandchildren. She had previously been employed by a Canadian Newspaper and was a devoted caregiver to many children. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Wednesday, December 29, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with Chaplain Larry Forsyth officiating. Burial will follow at Willowbranch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Friends may call Tuesday from 6-8 pm at the funeral home. ----------------------------- Carl H. Moore Carl Harry Moore was born, May 1, 1918, in Hardin County to Harry Wilson and Elda Amanda Ford Moore, who preceded him in death. He went to be with the Lord on December 13, 2010, at 2:15 a.m. while surrounded by family. He married Lillian Louise Gossard on July 25, 1939, who passed away March 4, 2007. He is survived by four children: Roger (Kaye) Moore, CA; Betty Cognion, Lima; David (Caryl) Moore, TN; Janet (Pastor Marion Jr.) Spencer, Harrod. Blessed by ten Granddaughters; Kendra, Karen, Molly, Susan, Joy, Jaymie, Jodi, Jerilyn, Jenny and Amanda; One Grandson, Andrew Carl Spencer and Twenty- one Great-Grandchildren. Also survived by a brother, Ronald Moore, Bellefontaine; sister-in-law Vera Jean (David) Andrews, KS; brother-in-law, Bill Lawrence, AZ, and many nieces and nephews. Also preceding him in death were; Clarence W. Moore (brother), Dorothy J. Deringer (sister) and James J. Cognion, (son-in-law). Carl was an honest man who believed in hard work. He could fix anything, making it last forever. At one time, he was a dairy farmer and farmed over 400 acres. They built their current home in May of 1960 on land that originally belonged to his Great Grandparents John & Dianah Prouse Goslee. He was employed at Ford from 1959-1978, sold Patron’s Mutual Insurance, was a Photographer and member of the Camera Club in Bellefontaine. He photographed hundreds of weddings and special events. He was a member of the Hardin County Restorers and Collectors. He enjoyed camping, boating and cranking-out his famous home-made ice cream. He loved the Lord Jesus, and enjoyed reading his Bible. His words of wisdom to family and friends were, “Stay the course, keep the faith!” He was a member of the Lima Baptist Temple for forty-three years, the Master Builders Class and served as an usher and deacon. He enjoyed the old hymns and the fellowship with the people. He and his wife compiled a 4000-piece pictorial history of their church. He will be greatly missed by his loving family and friends. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am Monday, Dec. 20, at Lima Baptist Temple with Pastors Ronald B. Cannon and Jim Neighbors officiating. Burial will follow at Pleasant Hill Cemetery, near Roundhead. Friends may call in the Fellowship Room at the Lima Baptist Temple on Saturday from 2 to 6 pm; Sunday, 12:30 to 3:30 pm, and 1 hour prior to services Monday at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to the Gideons. ------------------------------ Bobby D. "Hank" Riff Bobby D.”Hank” Riff, age 76 of Waynesfield, died at 5:47 pm Wednesday, November 10 at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born October 11, 1934 in Burne Indiana, to Frank and Ida (Rhodes) Riff. On September 5, 1954 in Holden, he married Carol Turner and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include two daughters, Diane (Charles) Sutherland, Tracey (Kraig) Buffenbarger, both of Waynesfield, 5 grandchildren, Drew and Derrick Sutherland, Hilary Werling, Dalton and Ramsey Buffenbarger, and 6 great grandchildren, Gavin, Cort, Kyra, Kaymi, Levi, and Korynn. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother James “Burl” Riff and a sister Alice Jane Vertner. Bob was a farmer, a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church, Wapakoneta Eagles 691, a former Waynesfield Lions Club member. He was a member of the National Brown Swiss Association, and an FFA State Farmers Degree Receipiant. Bob was a 1952 graduate of Waynesfield High School. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, Nov. 15 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Pastor Jean Horn and Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday from 2 to 8 pm and Monday one hour before the services at the funeral home. Contributions may be given to the Waynesfield Goshen FFA, Bob Riff Memorial Fund or the Waynesfield United Methodist Church. ------------------------- MaryAgnes Ash MaryAgnes Ash, age 37 died at 10:02 pm. Saturday, Nov. 6, at Lima Memorial Health System, Lima. She was born April 17, 1973 in Lima to William I. and Mary (Hughes) Decker Sr. Her father, and her mother and step father Jim Pope all survive in Alger. On December 6, 1997 she married Robert C. Ash and he survives in Alger. Other survivors include 3 brothers, William I “Chip”(Darlene Tucker) Decker Jr., Ada, Steven (Angela) and Craig (Melissa) Decker all of Alger, a sister Amber-Kaye ( Donald) Webb, Alger, 14 nieces and nephews, Megan, Michelle, Larissa, Kellen, Cassandra, Wyatt, Weston, Priscilla, Abbie, Austin, Abraham, Maudie, Miranda, Max, 6 great nieces & nephews, Chelsea, Chloe, Chasa-Dee, Gaige, Eli, & Myra. MaryAgnes was a 1992 graduate of Upper Scioto Valley High School, a member of Victory Chapel of Praise, Roundhead, Ohio Buckeye Pen Pal Club, and the Alger Senior Citizens. She had worked at the Alger Freeze for years. She loved her family and friends, especially her nieces and nephews. Funeral services will begin at 1 pm Thursday, Nov. 11, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield, with Rev. Calvin Waugh officiating. Burial will follow at Preston Cemetery, Alger. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the funeral home. Contributions may be given in her memory to the “Community Closet”. ------------------- Barbara Miller Barbara Miller, age 67 of Waynesfield died at 7:55 pm Sunday, October 24, 2010 at her residence. Mrs. Miller was born January 4, 1943 in Shelby County to Lester and Opal (Galbreath) Hulsmeyer and they both preceded her in death. On September 8, 1962 in Winchester, IN she married her husband of 48 years, Robert “Bob” Miller and he survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include 5 sons, Rod (Laura), Todd (Susan) both of Wapakoneta, Brian (Michelle), Scott (Deb) both of Harrod, Chad (Andrea), Lewis Center, 4 brothers, Ron (Jodi) Hulsmeyer, Lakeview, Don (Ann) Hulsmeyer, Botkins, Dick (Kathy) Hulsmeyer, Bucyrus, Dale (Tonya) Hulsmeyer, Wapakoneta, 2 sisters, Ann (Don) Long, Sidney, Judy Miller, Lima and 13 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by an infant brother. Barbara was a very active member of the New Hampshire United Methodist Church, and was very involved with “Children's Medical Missions” where she was a “host parent”. She was a 1961 graduate of Botkins High School and a graduate of Richard Weston Beauty School of Lima. She was a beautician and had owned and operated Barb’s Beauty Shop in Waynesfied and had worked at the “Ritz” in Lima. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 28th at New Hampshire United Methodist Church with Pastors Wayne De Wet and Jean Horn officiating. Burial will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery, Waynesfield. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday at the church. Contributions may be given to the Children's Medical Mission in Barbara’s memory. -------------------- Larry J. Mizek Larry J. Mizek age 65 died at 11:59 am, Friday, Oct 15, 2010 in the Emergency Room at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born August 3, 1945 in Cleveland to Lawrence J. and Eleanore (Panek) Mizek. His father survives in Westlake, Ohio and his mother preceded him in death. On August 4, 1968 he married Jo Ann Mercer and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include a son Grant (Billie) Mizek, Waynesfield, a daughter Jill (Jeremy) Bishop, Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, a brother Christopher (Mary) Mizek, Columbus, a sister, Karen Louise (Bruce) Auer, Westlake, 2 grandchildren, Ella Grace and Casher Thomas Bishop. Larry graduated in 1963 from Parma High School, and in 1968 from Kent State University. He retired as a supervisor from Ford Motor Company, Lima in 2001 where he had worked since 1972. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association and National Sporting Clays Association. He owned and operated LJM Sales, FFL Dealer. He was and avid sporting clays shooter, a member of Indian Lake Moose Lodge, and attended Roundhead United Methodist Church. A “Celebration of Life” Service will begin at 3:00 pm Saturday, Oct. 23 at The Grand Plaza, 913 Defiance Street, Wapakoneta Ohio with a time of fellowship to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Rifle Association to protect our 2nd Amendment Right, or the Ohio and National Sporting Clays Associations, in Larry’s Memory. -------------------------- Edward L. Kochen Edward L. Kochen, age 86 of Lima died at 11:08 am Monday, at St. Rita’s Medical Center. He was born July 3, 1924 in Chicago IL to Edward J. & Catherine “Noonan” Kochen, and they both preceded him in death. On June 22, 1948 in Covington, KY he married Frances Lytle and she survives in Lima. Other survivors include a son Richard Kochen, Fort Wayne IN, 4 daughters, Susan (William) Perrin, Linda (Barry) Crites, Judy ( Daniel) Halverson, Chris (Tim) Potts, all of Lima, 2 sisters Marion Mills, Bradenton FL, Violet Tappy, Seattle, WA, 20 grandchildren, and 47 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a son Gregory Kochen and 2 great grandsons, Travis and Andrew Halverson. Edward was a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church, Eagles Aerie #370, American Legion Post #96, VFW Post 1275, and DAV Chapter 19, all of Lima. He had served in the US Navy during WWII aboard the USS Alchiba, with the Pacific Fleet. He was a graduate of St. Rose Catholic Schools and was a retired plant manager from Dextrame, of Detroit Michigan and had worked at Neon Products. Graveside services will begin at 2:00 pm, Friday October 1, at Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima, with full military honors. Friends may call from 6-8 pm on Wednesday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield. Contributions may be given to the Veterans Administration. -------------------- Nelson H. Ulrey, age 87 of Holden, died at 11:45pm Monday, Sept 20, 2010 at Van Wert Inpatient Hospice Center. Mr. Ulrey was born on July 8, 1923 in Waynesfield to William & Gladys “Vertner” Ulrey and they preceded him in death. On August 21, 1945 in Stree, Somerset, England, he married Cora Tonkins and she survives in Holden. Other survivors include 3 sons, James (Barb), Ada, Geoffrey, Wapakoneta, Frank (Deb) Lakeview, 3 daughters Carol Flinn, Waynesfield, Joyce (Judson) Daley, Lithia, FL, Jennifer (Larry) Sutherland, Waynesfield, 21 Grandchildren, 25 great grandchildren. He was preceded by a brother, Lawrence, a sister Ruth Shaffer, a grandaughter Tina Flinn, and a great grandson Graidan Sutherland. Nelson was co-owner of the Holdedn General Store, and had owned and operated “Ulrey Marathon” where he was a fuel distributor for many years. He was employed by Heartland of Indian Lake in Maintenance. He was a member of Fletcher Chapel Church, a 1941graduate of Waynesfield High School, and a US Army WWII Veteran, serving with Pattons 3rd Army, in the European Theatre, where he fought in the Battle of the Bulge, Rhineland and Northern Africa. He was a life member of the American Legion, Roundhead VFW Post 8832, Free and Accepted Masons, Wayne Lodge 569, Waynesfield, was a summer baseball coach for many years with Roundhead VFW, Waynesfield, and New Hampshire. He was a former member of Waynesfield Lions Club, and served on the Auglaize County Fair Board. He was an avid supporter of Waynesfield Goshen Athletics. Funeral services will begin at 10:30 am Friday, Sept 24th at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Philip Brenneman officiating. Burial with full military honors by Roundhead VFW Post 8832, will follow at Willow Branch Cemetery. Waynesfield. Friends may call Thursday from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the funeral home where Masonic services will begin at 8 pm ------------------ Carl Jacobs Carl Jacobs, age 91 died at 6:06 pm Tuesday, September 7, 2010 at Wooster Community Hospital, Wooster, Ohio. He was born February 25, 1919 in Waynesfield, Ohio to Clarence and Lena Mae “Marquess” Jacobs. On January 30th 1949 in Waynesfield, he married Barbara Heffner and she survives. Other survivors include 2 sons, Dr. Randy (Cheryl) Jacobs, Conifer Colorado, Dr. Chad (Becki) Jacobs, Sugarcreek, OH, a daughter Dr. Carla (Dennis) Denman, Apple Creek, OH., a brother Russell Eugene “Gene” Jacobs, 2 sisters Helen L. Decker, Kathryn F. Hutson, all of Waynesfield, 6 grandchildren, Major, Alex, Caleb, Dakota, Sierra, and Carly Jacobs. He was preceded by one brother Brooks Jacobs. Carl had been a farmer, and retired from Scot Lad Foods, Lima and later worked for The Kroger Company in Dublin, OH. He was a 1936 graduate of Waynesfield Schools and served in the Army and then the Army Air Corps during WWII. He attended the Christian Assembly Church, Columbus, was a member of American Legion Post 0395, Waynesfield, and played “Fast Pitch” softball, and loved to golf. Carl was an avid High School and College sports fan. Funeral Services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Jean Horn officiating. Burial with full military honors by VFW Post 1275, Lima, will follow at Salem Cemetery, Westminster OH. Friends may call from 2-4 and 6-8 pm Friday at the funeral home. -------------------- Gary L. Harrod Gary L. Harrod, age 55 died Tuesday, Sept 7 at his residence. He was born Jan. 25, 1955 in Lima to Charles and Ilene (Puckett) Harrod and they preceded him in death. On Sept. 2, 1988 he married Tammy Y. Simon and she preceded him on Dec. 28, 2009. Survivors include a daughter, Kimberly Harrod, Waynesfield, 2 step children, Justin James, Waynesfield, and Ashley James of Lima, a sister Brenda (Claude) Smithey, Waynesfield and 4 grandchildren. Gary had worked for Lima Mack, Lima, had attended the Waynesfield United Methodist Church and was a graduate of The Ohio State University. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Monday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends may call from 9:00 a.m. until time of services Monday. In lieu of flowers contributions may be given to the family in care of the funeral home. ----------- Ronald H. Knox Ronald H. Knox, age 94 of Waynesfield, died at 1:00 a.m. Saturday, August 28 at Heartland of Urbana. He was born April 10, 1916 in Mechanicsburg, Ohio to Calvin and Mary (Hanky) Knox. Ronald is survived by 2 sons Bill (Ronda) Knox, Waynesfield, Larry Knox, Melbourne, FL, 2 daughters Teresa Soulier, Mt. Gilead, OH, Dixie Yates, Galion, OH, 13 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandaughter. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte Wilgus, 4 brothers, Cliff, Jim, Pearl, & Art Knox, and 3 sisters Rose Bousher, Vivian Boysel, and Myrle Martin. Ronald was a truck driver and a US Army WW II veteran. He was a member of the Lakeview AMVETS, the American Legion and the VFW of Lakeview. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Thursday at Armentrout Funeral Home with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow at Willowbranch Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. ----------------------------- Fred "Pete" Green Fred “Pete”Spence Green, age 63 died at 2:00 pm Thursday, August 12 at his residence. He was born on January 24, 1947 in Cridersville to Fred S. and Mary Maxine (Carmean) Green. His father preceded him in death and his mother survives in Cridersville. On Sept 9, 1972 in Columbus, he married Darlene A. Burkheimer, and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include his children Jason S. Green, Harrod, Angela (Curtis ) Green-Napier, Waynesfield, Toby Green, Richard Green, Melissa Green, Tanya Green all of Lima, brothers Larry (Patty) Young, Ronnie (Bert) Young, Mike (Joy) Green, Randy (Connie) Green, Danny (Pam) Green, all of Lima, Steve (Sharon) Green, Wapakoneta, Kevin (Shelly) Green, Cridersville, sisters, Sue Williams , Cheryl Green, Cindy (Vince) Silone, all of Cridersville, Barb (Dave) Jackson, Elida, Mary (Mark) Gierhart, Harrod, Beverly (Tom) Golden, Lima, Cathy (Tim) Jackson, Wapakoneta. 4 grandchildren, Tyler, Danielle, Emily, Colten,1 great grandaughter, Mylee, mother-in-law, Anna Burkheimer, and a daughter-in-law, Shannon Straley. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ricky Green, a nephew, Chad Green and a father-in-law William Burkheimer Fred had retired from OSU Lima as a maintenance supervisor, was a 1965 graduate of Perry High School. He was known for his carpentry skills and woodworking projects. In his spare time he enjoyed making loafs of bread and baskets of rolls to give away to family and friends. He was proud of his vegetable gardens. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am Saturday, August 14 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with burial to follow at Shockey Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Friday at the funeral home. ------------------- Carmen E. Morris Carmen E. Morris, age 95 died at 2:41 p.m. Sunday, August 8, at Auglaize Acres. She was born March 14, 1915 in Hardin County to Jess & Gaye (Wooten) Smith. On June 8, 1936 she married Dormal “Ben” Morris and he preceded her on May 5, 1983. Survivors include a son-in-law, George “Dick” Moyler, 2 grandchildren, Janine (Andrew) Little, Mark Moyler, all of Waynesfield, a grandaughter-in-law, Elizabeth “Betty” Moyler, Fort Loramie, 4 great grandchildren, Shiana, Erica, &Jayde Moyler, and Benjamin Little. A brother, James Smith, Harrod. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jacklyn “Jackie” Moyler a grandson Richard Moyler, a great grandaughter Carmen Elizabethe Little, a brother Jess Smith and a sister Nell Wilcox. Carmen and her husband owned and operated the West Newton Grocery during the 1950s, and had worked at Wilcox Dairy Bar for 21 years. She was a 1933 graduate of Harrod High School, a member of Waynesfiel United Methodist Church for over 50 years, and a member of Order of Eastern Stars for over 50 years. Carmen was a member of Westminsters Homemakers Club and the Garden Club. She loved spending time with her family and friends, and traveling with her husband and “tour groups”. She always had cake, cookies, or pies baked and ready in case company came by. Funeral services will begin at 10:00 am Thursday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Waynesfield United Methodist Church. ------------------------- Joe L. Chiles Joe L. Chiles, age 80, died at 4:03 am Sunday, July 18, 2010 at his residence in Waynesfield. Joe was born July 19, 1929 in Logan County to Ward and Marjorie “Taylor” Chiles. He married Kathleen Pepple on August 20, 1950 in Waynesfield and she survives. Other survivors include 3 sons, David (Darlene) Chiles, Waynesfield, Mark (Jeanette) Chiles, Lakeview, John Chiles, Waynesfield, a daughter Joleen (David) Dillon, McComb, a sister Evelyn Chiles, Waynesfield, 11 grandchildren, Russell, Andrew, Nathaniel, Brandon, Kassandra, Aaron, Isaac, Devyn, Darby, Jacob, Jared, 3 great grandchildren Audrey, Lillian, and Spencer Joe was a 1947 graduate of Waynesfield High School, a member of the Waynesfield United Methodist Church where he was a Sunday School Teacher, had served on the Waynesfield Goshen School Board, Auglaize County School Board and had been the Auglaize County Representative to High Point Joint Vocational School. He was a member of Waynesfield Lion’s Club, a 4-H Advisor and retired from farming. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Saturday July 24, at Waynesfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Willowbranch Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 pm Friday at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and one hour prior to the services at the church. Contributions may be given to the Waynesfield United Methodist Church or the Waynesfield Lion’s Club. ----------------------- Joe Carter Joe Carter, age 81 died at 11:14 am Sunday July 11, 2010 at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born December 20, 1928 in Waynesfield to Clarence & Marjorie (Smith) Carter. On Feb. 15, 1947 he married Rosalie Wagstaff and she survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include 2 sons, Scott (Jill) Carter, Santa Monica, CA, Tim Carter, Columbus, OH, 4 daughters, Lana (Glenn) Williams, Waynesfield, Renay (Rick) Fullerton, Bellefontaine, Tammy (Mike White) Evans, Lima, Nannette (Nick) Schneider, Wapakoneta, 17 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Joe was preceded by an infant brother. Joe was a member of New Hampshire United Methodist Church, and Carpenters Union #375. Joe was a 1946 Graduate of Waynesfield High School. He had worked at Ford Motor Co., Lima and owned and operated his own appliance repair business for many years. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Friday July 16, at Armentrout Funeral Home with Pastor Jean Horn officiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire. Friends may call at the funeral home from 6-8 pm Thursday and for one hour prior to services on Friday ------------------------- Rita E. Jett Rita E. Jett, age 86 went to her heavenly home at 10:59 pm Tuesday, June 15 at Beech Grove Meadows, Beech Grove, IN. She was born August 4, 1923 in Lima, Ohio to Michael W. & Marie “Scheweinefus” Carroll. She married Gerald Tanner and he preceded her in death. Rita then married Alton Jett and he too preceded her in death. Survivors include 2 sons, Gerald (Fran) Tanner, Jefersonville, IN, Roger (Amanda) Tanner, Cairo, OH, 2 daughters, Cheryl R. Monk, Indianapolis, IN, Sheila of Colorado, 2 brothers, Carl (Carrie) Carroll, California, Frank Carroll, Columbus, 2 sisters Leona (Jim) Armentrout, Fremont, OH, Theresa Robbins, Niles, OH, numerous grand, great grand, and great great grand children. She was preceded in death by 4 siblings. Rita was a Lima Central High School graduate, a member of St. Gerard Catholic Church, Lima, and had worked at Westinghouse and General Dynamics (Lima Tank Plant). Graveside services will begin at 12:00 noon Saturday June 26th at Willow Branch Cemetery, just east of Waynesfield on State Route 67 and 196, with Father James McDonald. Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield is in charge of the arrangements. --------------- Wilbur E. Painter Wilbur E. Painter, age 76 died at 11:50 pm Wednesday at the Wapakoneta Manor. Wilbur was born on May 22, 1934 in Bucyrus, Ohio to Frank & Juanita (Sloan) Painter and they preceded him in death. On March 1, 1953 in Waynesfield, he married his “high school sweetheart” Dolores Young and she survives. They had just celebrated their 57th anniversary. Other survivors include a son Randall E. (Lynn) Painter, Cape Coral, FL, 2 daughters, Linda (David) Mosler, Ada, Penny (Chris) Bercaw, Elida, a brother Rodney (Mila) Painter, Wapakoneta, a sister Brenda (Dick) Frye, Monroe, OH, 7 grandchildren, Scott Painter, Josh Painter, Sara Andreis, Aaron Mosler, Lindsay Mosler, Ben Bercaw, Nick Bercaw, and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded by a sister Carol Lund and a great grandaughter, Aubrey Mosler. Wilbur was the owner of Painter Tire Service for 42 years starting out in 1968. He was a member of the Waynesfield United Methodist Church, a 1952 graduate of Waynesfield High School and he had served on the Waynesfield Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years, serving as Chief for eleven years Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, June 14 at Waynesfield United Methodist Church, with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Walnut Hill Cemetery, New Hampshire. Friends may call Sunday from 2-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and on Monday one hour prior to the services at the church. For those who wish, contributions may be given in Wilburs’ memory to Waynesfield United Methodist Church, St Rita’s Hospice, or the Wapakoneta Manor. ---------------------- Lucinda "Cindy" Young Lucinda “Cindy” Young, age 54 died at 12:53 pm Thursday, May 6, 2010 in the Emergency Room at Lima Memorial Health Systems. Cindy was born November 9, 1955 in Dayton to the late Raymond F. and Sarah Margaret (Potts) Wallace. She married William “Bill” Sheets and he preceded her in death in 2001. On August 25, 2007 in Waynesfield she married Gary A. Young and he survives in Waynesfield. Other survivors include 2 sons, Robert A. (Cindy) Seay, Charles D. Seay, a daughter Terry Lynn (Rook) MaHood all of Fayetville, WV, 2 step sons, Miles Young, Waynesfield, Michael Young, McGuffey, 4step daughters, Marty (John) Sherman, Virginia, Leslie (Gary) Bryant, Ada, Tammy (Don) Patrick, Virginia, Chrissy (Rene) Barerra, Utah, a brother Ray B. (Jan) Wallace, a sister Dawn J. (Steve) Baker, both of Barberton, an aunt, Mary Jo Fielder, Dayton, 3 grandchildren, Payton, Jacob, Seirra, 8 step grandchildren, Tony, Rachel, Cory, Zack, Kayla, Kody, Lauren, Nathan, and 9 step great grandchildren. Cindy attended the Waynesfield Baptist Church, was a National Rifle Association Member, and had worked at Form Fiber in Sidney. She was a 1973 graduate of Barberton High School. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Waynesfield Baptist Church with Rev. Don Smith officiating. Entombment will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima. Friends may call on Tuesday, from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and on Wednesday, one hour prior to services at the church. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society. It was Cindy’s request that those attending her services would please dress casual .............. Jackie Lynn Sparkman Jackie Lynn Sparkman, age 43 died Friday, April 16 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. She was born October 19, 1966 in Lima, Ohio to J. Aster & Drusilla “Rowe” Watts and they survive in McGuffey. On May 24, 1985 in Hindman KY she married William “Bill” Sparkman and he survives in Harrod. Other survivors include a son Ryan at home, a daughter Kelcey at home, maternal grandmother, Aline Rowe, McGuffey, a brother Tracy (Mary Ann) Watts, Louisville, KY, and a sister Tammy (James) Carter, Pryor OK. She was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Joe Sparkman, and a brother, Jeff Watts. Jackie attended the Crossroads First Church of God, Lima, enjoyed fishing, and watching sports, especially watching her son’s basketball games. She was a 1985 graduate of Upper Scioto Valley High School and received her degree in accounting from Hindman Vocational. She was a supervisor at Exel Logistics, Lima. Friends may call from 2-8 pm Monday at Union Chapel Missionary Church,State Rout 81 at Thayer Rd, Lima and Tuesday after 4 pm at Ball Branch Old Regular Baptist Church in Mousie, KY. Funeral services will begin at 10 am Wednesday at Ball Branch Old Regular Baptist Church, Mousie, KY. Burial will follow at Sparkman Family Cemetery, Mousie KY. --------------- Max Lee Morgan Max Lee Morgan, age 82 died at 7:40 pm Wednesday April 7, at Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton. He was born on August 7, 1927 in Deshler, Ohio to Dreward & Rosalind (Smith) Morgan. On February 22, 1951 in Bluffton, he married Mable L. Ritchie and she preceded him in death on July 22, 2004. Survivers include 3 sisters Bonnie Aldrich, Lima, Virginia Knupp, Lima, Grace Shields, Van Wert, Nieces & Nephews. He was preceded in death by 3 sisters, Sara Louth, Eileen Liles, and Margaret Zerbe. Max was a mechanic and had worked at Waynesfield Implement and Shepherd Implement. He was a US Army, WWII veteran. He loved to hunt and fish. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Monday, April 11, 2010 at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield with his nephew Pastor Keith Knupp officiating. Burial will follow at Lima Memorial Park with full military honors. Friends may call on Sunday from 3-5 pm at the funeral home. Lewis H. "Lewie" Rehn Lewis H. “Lewie” Rehn, age 82 died at 9:47 a.m. Sunday, April 4, 2010 at St. Rita’s Medical Center, Lima. He was born on August 17, 1927 in Shelby County to Harry & Frances (Vordermark) Rehn. On October 17, 1948 in Waynesfield, he married Marilyn C. Copeland, his wife of 61 years and she survives in Wapakoneta. Other survivors include a daughter, Sharon (Lilburn) Cummins, Wapakoneta, a son in law, Albert (Teri) Walton, Waynesfield, sister in law, Miriam (Bill) Reese, Wapakoneta, 5 grandchildren, Todd Cummins, Missy(Bill) Balbaugh, Angie (Jamie) Decker, Ryan (Sara) Walton, Kristin Walton, 5 great grandchildren, Doug, Sharolyn, Rehn, Marrehn, & Reese. Lewie was preceded by a daughter, Pamela LeMarill Walton on Aug. 17, 2003, a brother Willis “Bill” Rehn and a sister Helen Mousa. Lewie was the owner operator of Lewis Rehn Marathon, delivering fuel and petroleum products. He was a member of Waynesfield Lions Club for over 50 years, Lima Elks Lodge #54, Wapak Eagles Aerie 691, Allen county Farmers Club, a former Union Township Zoning Board member, a former Waynesfield Goshen School Board member, and a WWII US Army Air Corps Veteran. He was a member of Waynesfield United Methodist Church where he served as a Sunday school superintendent, Lay Leader, Trustee, building committee member, and for 6 years the church custodian. Lewie sang in the church choir and the quartet. He had been a Realtor with Lockwood Realty, Lima. He enjoyed playing cards & belonged to the “Saturday Night Pinochle Club.” Lewie will be greatly missed but long remembered for his love of people and caring ways. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Thursday April 8, 2010 at Waynesfield United Methodist Church with Rev. Kathleen Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis. Friends may call Wednesday from 2-8 pm at Armentrout Funeral Home, Waynesfield and Thursday at the church one hour prior to the services. Contributions may be given to Auglaize Acres Activity Fund or the Sanctuary Fund at the Waynesfield United Methodist Church. -------------- Benjamin "Benny" Veness Benjamin E.“Benny” Veness, age 32 of Lakeview died at 11:05 pm Wednesday March 10 at Lakeview, Ohio. He was born on November 24, 1977 in Amherst, OH to Stephen & Glenda (Smith) Veness. His mother and step father Matt Runkle survive in Urbana and his father and step mother, Libby Veness survive in Sabina. Other survivors include a brother Jeremiah “Miah” Runkle, Raleigh NC, 2 sisters Barbara “Barbie” (Shane) Jenks, St. Paris, Sarah Veness, Cincinnati, maternal grandmother, Louise Smith, Middlesboro, KY, paternal grandparents, Donald & Barbara Veness, Saint Petersburg, Ohio, Step grandfather Roger Runkle, Urbana, step grandmother Rebecca Runkle, Urbana, 5 uncles, Jeff (Janet) Veness, Matt (Carol) Veness, Todd (Debbie) Veness, Rev. Don Smith, Floyd Smith, an aunt Kelly (Duane) Miller, cousins, nieces, and his loving pets, Matilda & Zoe. He was preceded in death my his maternal grandfather, Garrett Smith. Benny was a member of the Waynesfield Baptist Church, a 1996 graduate of Graham High School, and had attended Embry Riddle Aeronotical University. He was a bartender at the Lakeview Moose Lodge #1533 where he was also a member. Other memberships included the Delta Chi Fraternity and Lakeview Eagles Club. He loved fishing, golfing, and boating. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 am Tuesday, March 16, at Waynesfield Baptist Church with Pastor Rob White officiating. Burial will follow at Rosedale Cemetery. Friends may call on Monday, from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at the church. |
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