Madison Messenger - September 1st, 2019

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JENKINS
On Aug. 21, 2019, Robert Jenkins, loving
father and grandfather, passed away peacefully
in the comfort of his home at age 76.
Robert was born on June 5, 1943, in Baltimore,
Md., to Minta Metzger and James
Jenkins. As a boy, he moved around a lot
with his mother and brother before he settled
in Columbus. He graduated from Central
High School in 1962, studied
engineering at Columbus State University,
and served in the military. Throughout the
years, he worked odd jobs to support himself
and his family. He worked hard and did
what it took to be a survivor. Robert was a
benevolent man, always giving more than
he took. He was known for his quick wit, infectious
smile, and his kind, compassionate
David G. Diamond, 81 of Plain City, passed
away Tuesday, August 27, 2019 in his home surrounded by
his loving family. Born December 3, 1937 in Johnstown, PA
to the late William L. and Agnes L (Wass) Diamond.
David is a U.S. Army Veteran and a former member of
the Briggs Road Bapst Church. He rered from AEP aer
35 years of service and then worked at the Der Dutchman
for the past 22 years unl April. In addion to his parents,
he is also preceded in death by his brother, John and sister,
Joyce Diamond, along with his great granddaughter, Ariella
Janae Calder in March 2011. He is survived by his wife,
Dolores Diamond with whom he would have celebrated 59
years of marriage this November 5, and marked 65 years
of companionship; his loving sons, John (Terri) Diamond,
Bill (Tammy) Diamond; 8 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren;
brother, Bill (Susan) Diamond; sister-in-law, Sue
Diamond. Private services will be held at the convenience
of the family.
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spirit. He had a passion for music, playing instruments, and passing
down this passion to his family, especially to his grandchildren. He
was obsessed with collecting old coins, watching old westerns and
Fox News, and being a die-hard fan of Elvis, John Wayne and, most
importantly, THE Ohio State Buckeyes. Robert was preceded in
death by: his father, James, and his mother, Minta; his brother,
Riley Tyrone Jenkins; his son-in-law, Jeffrey Latoski; and most
cherished, the mother of his children and previous wife, Sharon
Toops. Robert is survived by: his three children, Theresa (Danny)
Grove, Kimberly (Mike) Kreuz and Robin (Jeff-O) Latoski; his
brother, Gerald (Tina) Metzger; nephew, Alan (Christina) Metzger;
and former wife, Judy Roethlisberger. He will be lovingly remembered
forever by his eight grandchildren, Amanda, Danielle, Jessica,
Kellie, Stephanie, Jeffrey, Marissa, Josh and Holly, and 13
great-grandchildren. Services were held Aug. 24 at Rader-McDonald-Tidd
Funeral Home, West Jefferson.
JONES
Janet Lorraine Bruce Jones, born on March 14, 1936, died on
Aug. 22, 2019, with her loving daughter by her side. She was preceded
in death by: her parents, Vernon Bruce (1972) and Naomi
Wilson Bruce (1999); her son, Bruce H. Jones (2010); son-in-law,
Rick L. Cottrill (2002); and special friend, Marion Burr (2003). She
is survived by: her daughter, Faith M. Cottrill (Dour Marine fiance);
grandchildren, Aimee (Shawn) Lindsey, Chris (Jill) Cottrill, Nikki
(Danny) Oiler, Shelby (Dale Frenz) Hughes and Nevada (Ashley)
Jones; great-grandchildren, Natalie and Nicholas Lindsey, Caitlin,
Casey and Cade Cottrill, Josh Hague, Kelsie, Kylie and Lucas
Hughes, Kimberly Stout, Kinsley and Carson Jones. Janet worked
at Shaw Elevator and served as office manager for London Farm
Equipment before becoming office manager for the Madison Medical
Center for 30 years. Upon retiring, she worked for Bob and Sharon
Reynolds at The Carriage House. She loved all of her jobs and the
people she met. She was a member of Newport United Methodist
Church and enjoyed her church family. She was a wonderful mother
and best friend to her daughter and a supporting granny to her
This coming Monday, September 2, 2019, we in America celebrate
the working men and women of this country.
Enjoy the holiday, but be sure also to take time to give thanks for
the great effort our working force has made to make our nation what
it is today.
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grandchildren and “gran” as her great-grandchildren referred to
her. She was an avid reader and supporter of London Public Library.
She was a 1954 graduate of Madison Rural High School
where she was valedictorian and earned several other honors. Janet
attended Columbus Business University. She was an extreme fan
of The Ohio State Buckeyes, Cincinnati Reds and Cleveland Cavaliers.
She also leaves behind special friends, Kathy Anthony, Charlotte
Sifrit and many others. Funeral services were held Aug. 26
with Rev. Thom Baker officiating. Burial followed at Bethel Cemetery.
The family was served by Porter-Tidd Funeral Home, Mount
Sterling. Memorial contributions may be made to: London Public
Library, 20 E. First St., London, OH 43140; or Newport UMC, P.O.
Box 701, London, OH 43140, c/o David Call.
CANTRELL
Karin Cantrell, 77, of Plain City died on Aug. 23, 2019. She was
preceded in death by her loving husband, John Cantrell Jr. Karin
is survived by: her children, Michael Lane, Jason (Ginn) Lane,
Laura Steitz and John (Kelly) Whitesed; sister, Janet (Mike)
Roberts; brothers, Steven Mills and Brian Mills; grandchildren,
Jesse Lane, Sophia Steitz, Sebastian Steitz and Brealynn. Funeral
services were held Aug. 27 at Tidd Family Funeral Home & Crematory,
Hilliard.
KNISLEY
Tim “Turk” Knisley, 61, of Mount Sterling
died on Aug. 23, 2019, in his residence. Born on
May 14, 1958, in Columbus, he was a son of
James and Myrna (Smith) Knisley. Turk was a
1976 graduate of Westfall High School and had
owned and operated Keller’s Auto Service on
West Broad Street, Galloway. An accomplished
woodworker, Turk loved to go camping and
fishing and especially loved Halloween. Survivors
include: his wife, Sandy Knisley; daughter,
Dottie Travis-Knisley; sons, Jamie (Tara) Knisley, Timmy
(Jenny) Knisley and daughter Heather Knisley (Kaleigha Gunsallus);
grandchildren, Isabella, Tommy and Liam; and brother, James
“Jimmy” (Christy) Knisley. He was preceded in death by his mother
and father. Per Turk’s request, visitation and funeral services were
not observed. Memorial contributions may be made to: Loving Care
Hospice, P.O. Box 445, London, OH 43140. The family was served
by Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home & Crematory, London.
GROVES
Esther Sonora Groves, 87, of London died on Aug. 25, 2019. She
was born on Jan. 8, 1932, in Madison County to James E. and Kittie
L. (Long) Manning. Esther retired from the Ohio Bureau of Criminal
Identification and Investigation in 1993 after 30 years of service.
She is survived by: special niece and family Jodi
Lambert-Chamberlain (Mike) and family Kari and Brian Fazio,
Megan Lambert-Chamberlain (Zack Sharp), Drew Lambert-Chamberlain;
great-great nephews Parker Fazio and Lincoln Sharp and
several nieces and nephews; brother-in-law, Joe (Gail Truitt)
Groves; sister-in-law, Dorothy Groves; special friends, Jeanne
Daugherty and Mary Bush. She was preceded in death by: her parents;
husband, John W. Groves on Feb. 14, 2012; sisters, Virginia
Manning, Minnie (George) Rowe, Barbara (Bill) Medors, Patty (Delano)
Lambert; brothers, Dick Manning, Bill Manning, Paul
(Bessie) Manning, Tex Manning; brothers-in-law, Harry (Viola)
Groves and David Groves. A graveside service was held Aug. 28 at
Paint Memorial Cemetery with Pastor Lee Stanley officiating. The
family was served by Rader-Lynch & Dodds Funeral Home & Cremation
Service, London.