Joyce Day, age 82, of Wilmington, passed away on Friday May 26, 2023, at Clinton Memorial Emergency Room. Born October 5, 1940, the daughter of Estel and Imogene (Huffman) Shoemaker. She is preceded by her husband, James Day in 2018. Born and raised in Sabina, she graduated Sabina High School in 1958 and was very active in school activities: cheerleader, majorette and Jr. Class President. Joyce continued to be in touch with 1958 class members after graduation, planning reunions with...

Timothy Kent Van Pelt, age 69, of Washington Court House, made his entrance into Heaven at 6:47am on Sunday, May 21, 2023.  Born in Washington Court House on March 26, 1954, he was the son of the late Robert Van Pelt and Harriet Ann Haines Van Pelt, who survives in Wilmington.  Tim leaves behind his devoted wife of nearly 48 years, Susan Marie Young.  The two were united in marriage on July 26, 1975.  Tim worked tirelessly at Clinton Electric for 43 years.  He was...

Marilyn K. Lewis, age 80, of Greenfield, passed peacefully on Tuesday, May 16, 2023. Born on October 8, 1942, in Fayette County, she was the daughter of the late Marvin E. and Helen Kearns Johnson.  Marilyn was preceded in death by her husband, David Lewis, in 2005.  A devoted homemaker, Marilyn stayed at home with her children for many years before becoming a rural route mail carrier.  She was a member at the Greenfield Church of Christ in Christian Union.  Marilyn...

Will ‘Roger’ O’Dell, age 85, longtime resident of Leesburg, went to be with the Lord May 16, 2023, at Adena Greenfield Hospital with his family at his side.  Roger was born September 15, 1937, in Richmondale, to the late Donald and Dorothy (Murch) O’Dell.  He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jacklyn Hurst.  The two were united in marriage on October 6, 1962.  Roger graduated from High School in Chillicothe and went on to serve in the Army...

On the12th day of May of 2023, Karen Kay Kingery Hall, 'Peachie', devoted wife, mother, Mamaw, sister and friend passed away after battling Parkinson’s Disease since 1997. She was 70 years young, born February 5, 1953, to Roy and Lucy Miller Kingery in Jasper Township, where she spent most of her life. Karen worked as a waitress, restaurant manager, store manager at TravelCenters of America for 32 years. She enjoyed gardening and working in her flowerbeds, cooking and...

Samuel B. Wilson Jr., age 88, of Sabina, passed away at his home on Saturday, April 29, 2023, surrounded by his family. Born in Wilmington on September 14, 1934, he was the son of Samuel B. Sr. and Goldie Marie ‘Smith’ Wilson. Sam is survived by his wife, Barbara ‘Pauley’ Wilson. The two were united in marriage on November 30, 1957. Sam was a graduate of Sabina High School, where he played basketball. After high school, Sam went on to serve four years in the Navy,...

Patti P. Botts, age 93, of Wilmington, passed away on Monday morning, May 1, 2023, at Pine Ridge Nursing Home in Morrow. Born June 8, 1927, in Liberty Township, she was the daughter of Lee and Jessie Belvin Powers Wolary. A graduate of Port William High School, Patti was a lifelong, devoted homemaker.  Patti always said she had retired from cooking.  Additionally, she worked at Wendy’s “just for fun” until she was 77 years old. Patti was a volunteer at Clinton...

John Nicholas Hammond, known lovingly by his friends and family as "Nick," took his last earthly journey as he departed to be with the Lord on the evening of April 22, 2023. He was born on April 1, 1983, to John and Linda (Perry) Hammond and, from the moment of his birth, was a source of joy to all who knew him. Nick was a genuine and selfless friend, uncle, brother, and son. He was a truly rare and radiant spirit. No one who knew him would deny his tremendous heart and his wildly...

Jerry Dean Thomas, age 71, of Hillsboro, passed on Tuesday, April 18, 2023.   Born in Washington Court House on May 31, 1951, he was the son of the late Leroy and Betty Bernard Thomas. Jerry worked in manufacturing and, later, drove a semi-truck.  He enjoyed yard sales, visiting the casino, sprint car races, and riding his motorcycle.  Jerry was an avid Cincinnati Reds fan. He leaves behind his significant other, Sharon Storer.  The two had spent over 25 years...

Fred L. Funk, age 67, of Cincinnati, passed in the early morning of March 31, 2023.   Born on July 19, 1955, in Wilmington, Fred was the son of the late Charles and Freda Bowermaster Funk.   Fred was a retired truck driver.  He enjoyed collecting model cars.   He is survived by his sister, Pansy Funk of Cincinnati, and niece and nephews, Carrie, Charles Lee, Victor and Lee. In addition to his parents, Fred was preceded in death by his brother, Kenneth...