Madison Messenger - November 8th, 2020

KING
Theodore F. “Teddy” King, 87, of London
passed away on Nov. 1, 2020, in Springfield
Regional Medical Center. Born on Jan. 31,
1933, in London, he was a son of Harley and
Hazel (Archer) King. A U.S. Army veteran
of the Korean War, Ted retired from Whitewww.madisonmessengernews.com
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HANNA
Longtime resident of Bryan, Ohio, and current resident of
Choctaw Lake, London, Ohio, Richard “Dick” J. Hanna II passed on
Oct. 20, 2020, at Mount Carmel Hospital, Grove City, at the age of
76. Dick was born on Feb. 28, 1944, in Adrian, Mich., the son of
Richard J. Hanna and Helen (Matthes) Hanna. Dick and Jeannette
(Brown-Fisher) Hanna were married in Bryan, Ohio, in 1983 and
were married for 37 years. Dick worked for Bard Manufacturing for
47 years. He worked in numerous capacities in the organization and
was the director of product management at the time of his retirement
in 2015. In 2014, Dick and Jeannette moved to Choctaw Lake
to be closer to children and grandchildren. Dick was an avid boater
and enjoyed spending his time outdoors. Most of all, he enjoyed his
grandchildren and supporting them in their various activities. Dick
had served on the Choctaw Lake board of trustees and served on
various other committees in the community. Survivors include: his
wife, Jeannette (Brown-Fisher) Hanna; children, Todd (Deb) Hanna
of The Dalles, Ore., Jon Hanna of Columbus, Ohio, Chris (Christi)
Fisher of Delaware, Ohio, Bret (Will Pratt) Hanna of Park City,
Utah, Stacy Fisher (Ian) MacGregor of Dublin, Ohio, and Shelley
Fisher (Mario) Brunicardi of Hilliard, Ohio; grandchildren, Ashli
Hanna Brown, Alyssa Hanna Drake, Madison Hanna, Ariel Fisher,
Ava Stalter, Helene Stalter, Toria Stalter, Olivia Fisher, Julianna
Brunicardi, Sienna Brunicardi, Bailey Fisher, Landon Brunicardi
and Lachlan MacGregor; six great-grandchildren; siblings, Bill
(Rosanne) Hanna of San Diego, Calf., and Kim Hanna (Bill) Edison
of Lake Whales, Fla.; many nieces and nephews. Dick was proceeded
in death by his parents and brother, Mark Hanna. There was no visitation
or funeral service due to COVID-19. Friends and family may
make memorial contributions to The American Heart Association or
a charity of their choice. The family was served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral
Home and Crematory, London. Condolences may be sent to
www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
SMITH
Carolyn D. Smith, 88, of Ashville, Ohio, formerly of
Williamsport, Ohio, went to Heaven on Oct. 24, 2020, at Mount
Carmel Hospital, Grove City. Born at home in Madison County,
Ohio, to the late Charles and Clara Wood, Carolyn was a graduate
of Fairfield High School, Class of 1949. Carolyn worked for many
years at the Deer Creek Resort Gift Shop, a job that she loved! She
was a 65-plus year member of Heber Chapter 62, OES,
Williamsport. Carolyn was preceded in death by: her husband, H.
Donald Smith; her beloved daughter, Deborah Jo Smith; and her
siblings, Jerry Rickert, Elizabeth Oyler, Charles Wood, George
Wood and Margaret Carpenter. She is survived by: her daughters,
Diane Smith and Beth (Dean) Reynolds; her grandchildren, Eddie
Reynolds, Clara (Dana) Mikita, Dee (Tim) Forrest, Donald Smith
and Deidra Jo Teets; her great-grandchildren, Gracie Forrest, Cole
Forrest, Noah Smith, Estella Reynolds and Alex Mikita; and good
family friend, Rod Teets. A private Eastern Star service was held,
and family visitation and a funeral were observed in Carolyn’s
honor. Burial followed the service at Springlawn Cemetery,
Williamsport. Memorial contribution my be made to: American
Heart Association, 5455 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43214. Porter-
Tidd Funeral Home, Mount Sterling, assisted the family. Visit
www.portertiddfuneralhome.com to share favorite memories of Carolyn
or to send condolences to her family.
ELLIOTT
Bruce E. Elliott, 70, of London, Ohio, died peacefully surrounded
by his family on Oct. 29, 2020, at Mount Carmel Hospital in Grove
City. Bruce was born on Oct. 4, 1950, in Washington Court House,
Ohio, a son of Edwin L. and Virginia (Schiller) Elliott. He retired from
Kroger Inc. with more than 35 years of service. He was a member of
the London Jaycees. He spent much time hunting and fishing at his
cabin in the woods. Also you could find him sitting in his backyard
feeding the squirrels, naming them, and identifying the birds by
species. His family was very important to him, and he enjoyed family
celebrations. He is survived by: his mother, Virginia Elliott of Washington
C.H.; wife, Nancy (Blazer) Elliott of London; sons, Ron
(Leenita) Elliott of Westerville, Ohio, and Adam (Kasey) Elliott of Hebron,
Ohio; daughter, Carla Baugess of Springfield, Ohio; step-children,
Chance (Karmyn) Penn and Erin Penn of Oregon; brother, Gary
Elliott Venice, Florida; sisters, Debbie Templin of Moraine, Ohio, and
Pam Morton of Washington C.H.; grandchildren, Lindsey (Andy),
Rachel, Emily, Mallory, Brandon, Brittnie, Heather (Zavier), Dylan,
Rocki and Thorin; great-grandchildren, Ellyott and Andersyn. Bruce
was preceded in death by his father, Edwin Elliott. Memorial contributions
may be given to Disabled Veterans, ASPCA (The American
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) or your favorite
charity. Bruce requested no memorial services and wanted his final
destination to be his favorite fishing lake. The family entrusted
Bruce’s final arrangements to Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home, London.
Condolences may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
BAIRD
Larry R. Baird Jr., 56, of London died on Oct. 31, 2020, in Riverside
Methodist Hospital. Born on May 13, 1964, in Providence, R.I.,
he was the son of Larry R. Sr. and Leah (Gillenwaters) Baird. A
1982 graduate of Madison-Plains High school, Larry had worked in
heating and cooling, as well as hospital maintenance. He was an
avid sports fan and cheered fiercely for the Ohio State Buckeyes
and Dallas Cowboys. Sports were one of his two biggest loves in life.
Larry adored his family and didn’t know a stranger. Everyone he
met became a friend and someone to take care of. Many extra holiday
plates were made and sent with him to various friends, family
and acquaintances who did not have people to celebrate with. Larry
would give the shirt off of his back to anyone in need and made sure
the people around him knew he loved and cared for them. He was
only a phone call away and would drop everything to help his family
and friends. He is survived by his family whom he loved very much,
including: daughter, Jessica “Jessi” Baird (Kevin); mother, Leah
Baird; sister, Toni McDaniel; nephew and niece, Tyler McDaniel
and Kayla McDaniel; great-niece, Erica Mc-
Daniel; several aunts, uncles and cousins;
and his favorite four-legged companion,
Brutus. He was preceded in death by his father.
The family wishes to thank a very special
nurse, Jessica, for her tremendous care
given to Larry during his time at Riverside.
A graveside service was held on Nov. 5 in
Range Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions
may be made to Eberle-Fisher
Funeral Home, London, for the benevolence
of the family.
Westinghouse in Columbus. Ted enjoyed
spending time at the Waffle House and
Henry’s Restaurant and relaxing on the
front porch. Survivors include many nieces,
nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by: his parents;
sisters, Jeannette, Inez, Connie, Virginia,
Irene and Helen; and brothers, Harley Jr.
and Garland. Funeral services were held on
Nov. 6 in Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and
Crematory, London, with Pastor Scott Griswold
officiating. Interment followed in Deercreek
Township Cemetery. Memorial
contributions may be made to the Disabled
American Veterans.
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