Vernon Gill, age 84, of Bowersville, passed peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Born in Scioto County on July 9, 1935, the son of the late Raymond Lester and Augusta Perry Gill,   Vernon grew up in Rarden.  He was preceded in death by his wife, 63 years, Willa Dean (Ray) Gill, who passed on April 11, 2019.  The two were united in marriage on November 24, 1955. Vernon was the owner/operator of Gill’s Restaurant in Bowersville.  He worked at Master...

Judy G. Cox, age 71, of Jamestown, passed peacefully, surrounded by her children, on Thursday, February 20, 2020.  Born in Lawrence County, Ohio, on July 29, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Lester Simpson and Eva Henderson Arehart.  Judy was a devoted homemaker.  She loved attending church and taking care of her family, including her beloved grandchildren.  Judy enjoyed trips to the casino, playing the lottery and BINGO, as well as painting rocks and watching...

Robert F. ‘Robbi’ Hartley, IV, age 25, of Sylva, NC, passed unexpectedly on Saturday, February 15, 2020.  Born on August 11, 1994, in Xenia, he was the son of Erin L. Spencer and Robert F. (Lisa) Hartley, III.  During his high school years, Robbi was in 4-H, FFA, and wrestled.  He joined the US Army after high school, where he served as a mechanic during his enlistment.  In addition to his parents, Robbi is survived by his maternal grandparents, Tom and...

Amanda M. “Mandy” Stroop, age 42, of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, February 14, 2020. She was born on July 27, 1977, in Highland County, the daughter of the late Susan Williamson-Wheeler. Mandy attended Greenfield City Schools and received her LPN Certificate from Southern State in 2005, with top honors of her class. She was a very talented artist and photographer. Mandy is survived by her fiancé, Jeff Everhart, of Frankfort; along with her former husband, Michael...

Donna Joyce (Black) Nolley, age 71, of Sabina went home to be with the Lord on February 10, 2020, surrounded by her family. Born on April 4, 1948, she was the daughter of Robert and Peggy Black. Donna was preceded in death by her parents and siblings: Gary, Pat and and Rhonda. Donna was a 1966 graduate of Fleming County High School. She was retired from Westside Pizza and Carry Out. Donna leaves behind a loving husband, of 49 years, Darrell Nolley; son, Shane (Brandy) Nolley of...

Joan Davis, age 83, of Sabina, passed peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2020.  Born in Jamestown on November 15, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Chester and Cora ‘Stapleton’ Berner.  Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Elmer Davis.  Joan was a devoted homemaker.  She was a member of the former Reesville United Methodist Church and Richland United Methodist Church in Melvin.  Joan was also a member of the Sabina Women of the...

Howard F. Jenkins, Jr., age 83, of Wilmington, passed peacefully the afternoon of Monday, February 10, 2020.  Born in Clinton County on September 2, 1936, he was the son of the late Howard F., Sr. and Julia Ann ‘Knedler’ Jenkins.  He is survived by his loving wife, of almost 62 years, Freda Jenkins.  The two were united in marriage on June 15, 1958.  Howard was a Veteran of the United States Army.  He worked as a parts supervisor at Milacron for 33...

Kenneth L. Damron, age 71, Wilmington, passed peacefully at home on Sunday, February 9, 2020. Born in Beaver Pond, Adams County, Ohio, on November 17, 1948, Ken was raised by his aunt and uncle, Emma and Howard Wilt, alongside his cousins, Denny, Randy, Carl, Gail and Jonda Wilt. Ken is survived by his adoring wife, Connie ‘Bledsoe’ Damron.  The two were united in marriage on February 24, 1978 and, at his death, had been together for 42 years. Ken was a 1967 East Clinton...

Patricia (Pat) A. Easter age 75, of Leesburg, passed away on Sunday, February 9, 2020, at The Laurels of Huber Heights, after a long illness.  Born on April 2, 1944, in Hillsboro, Ohio, she was the daughter of the late Norma Easter Norman and was raised by her beloved grandparents; Hamer and Margaret Easter. Pat was a Simon Kenton graduate, where she played trumpet in the band. She was a car and muscle car enthusiast and enjoyed basketball  Pat retired from DESI where she worked...

John K. “Jack” Maher, 85, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday February 8, 2020 at the Quaker Heights Nursing Center, Waynesville. Born June 18, 1934, in Martinsville, the son of Robert and Lena Babb Maher. He is survived by his wife Gwen Young Maher whom he married July 21, 1960. A 1952 graduate of Wilmington High School, Jack farmed for 35 years, raising cattle and show horses. He was also was a truck driver, bulldozer operator and owner of Clinton Vending. A member of the...