Leroy Shaffer, age 74, of Sabina, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at Wood Glen Veteran's Facility in Dayton.   Born in Leesburg on March 5, 1948, he was the son of Clarence and Betty J. Knisley Shaffer.   Leroy is survived by his wife, Arlene Routzahn Shaffer.  The two were united in marriage in 1970.   A Veteran of the United States Army, Leroy served in Vietnam.  He was a lifetime farmer and worked with Conveyer Services...

We celebrate the life of our dear mother, Jane Elizabeth Linton (nee Compton), who passed away peacefully at the age of 98, on Monday, August 1, 2022, in London, Ohio. Jane was born to Glenn and Edith Compton in Dayton, Ohio on February 25, 1924. She grew up in Dayton and graduated from Fairview High School.  She then followed in her mother's footsteps to become a registered nurse.  While working at Miami Valley Hospital, Jane met the love of her life, Norman Glenn Linton....

Sami S. Morris, beloved daughter of Amber and Scott Morris of Bloomingburg, was born into Heaven on Thursday evening, September 15, 2022 at Clinton Memorial Hospital. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her grandparents: Tracey Cast, Ralph Miller, and Tamela and Wayne Morris; big brothers; Trevor Miller and Matthew Morris.  Littleton Funeral Home, Sabina, has been entrusted with arrangements.  

Gladys M. Orchard, 90, formerly of Sabina, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2022 at The Four Seasons in Washington C.H. She was born a leap year baby on February 29, 1932, in Waverly Ohio. She is the daughter of Charles and Vinnie (Smith) Whaley. Gladys is preceded in death by her husband Roger, whom she married in 1958. She was a 1950 graduate of Marion School District in Fayette County. A retired homemaker and owner of Roger’s Radio and TV as well as The Apple Orchard Craft...

Jerry W. Bennett, age 77, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday morning, August 13, 2022, at Autumn Years Nursing and Rehabilitation in Sabina.   Born in Clinton County on September 23, 1944, he was the son of Marvin and Mary Gregory Bennett. Jerry is survived by his wife of 57 years, Norma Ames Bennett.  The two were united in marriage on  April 25, 1965. He was a lifetime farmer and was well known for selling sweet corn for over 30 years. Jerry was a...

Roger Bigelow, age 86, of Sabina, passed away at his residence, surrounded by his children, on Thursday, August 11, 2022. Born November 5, 1935, in Canton, the son of Harry and Thelma Voltzer Bigelow.  Roger was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia “Pat” Bush Bigelow.  He attended Barber School after High School and retired from the Ohio Air National Guard, as a Senior Master Sargent.  In his retirement, Roger owned and operated a barber shop in...

Earl (Will) Leon Stryker, born May 3, 1937, in Jamestown, Ohio went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on August 1, 2022, after a courageous, five-month battle with lymphoma.  Earl was the son of the late Paul and Vera (Landon) Stryker. He was preceded in death by his bride of 54 years, Janice (Slone) Stryker, and his sister Paula (Stryker) Elliott.  He is survived by his three children, Shawn (Keith) Pandorf, Denise Stryker, and Jeff (Barbara) Stryker.  In...

Gary R. Young, age 73, of Wilmington, passed peacefully on Friday, January 14, 2022.  Born in Wilmington on August 8, 1948, he was the son of the late Helen Johnson Young and James Wilford.  Gary was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth E. ‘Mickey’ Young, on August 10, 2020.  The two were united in marriage on December 22, 1967. Gary was a 1966 graduate of Wilmington High School.  He went on to serve in the United States Army.  Gary was a farmer and a...

Robert Lee Rhoads, 71, of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 29, 2022, surrounded by his loved ones. Robert was born May 30, 1951, to Herschel Ray and Margaret Ada Rhoads of Martinsville, who preceded him in death.  He was a member of the Faith Family Church.  Robert was a strong Christian man, who bravely fought many health issues over the years.  He leaves behind his loving wife, Venita (McIntosh), of 49 years.  In addition to his wife, he is...

Larry Joseph “LJ” Mossbarger, age 44, of Wilmington, passed away on Saturday, July 23, 2022, at Clinton Memorial Hospital. Born January 14, 1978, he was the son of JoAnn Fife Mossbarger, who survives in Wilmington, and the late Larry Dean Mosbarger. He enjoyed his Nightmare Before Christmas Collection of memorabilia. In addition to his mother, JoAnn, LJ is also survived by his children: Sienna and Jesiah Mossbarger and his fur-baby Max. Also left to cherish his...