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PAGE 4 - MADISON MESSENGER - January 16, 2022 obituaries www.madisonmessengernews.com GROVES Patricia Lou Groves, 75, of London died on Dec. 9, 2021, at Madison Health, London. Pat was born on July 1, 1946, in Hilliard, Ohio, a daughter of Carl M. and Marilyn J. (Stamper) Norris. She graduated from Hilliard High School in 1964. She was a lifetime member of Sybil Ann McNabb, age 86, of Huber Heights, Ohio, passed away January 2, 2022. She was born October 31, 1935 in Greenup, KY to the late Columbia and Daisy Williams Brown. In addition to her parents, Sybil was preceded in death by her husband, Paul McNabb; & brothers: Leonard, Alvis "Scoot", Lee, Leslie and Clarence "Gene"; sisters: Melvina, Estella, Etta, Dorothy "Dot" and Helen. Sybil is survived by her children: Chris Woods (Janne), Anita Woods-Dennis (Ed) and Angela Zwick; grandchildren: Mallory (Aaron), Breanna (Stephen), Olivia (Ryan), Eddie Lee, Shawn, Kaylee and Daisy; great-grandchildren: August, Annabelle, Raegan, Axel and Savannah; brother, Lawrence "Buddy" Brown (Juanita); many cherished nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Sybil was a member of Landmark Baptist Church, where she was active in the choir. She retired from Stadco Automatics in 2000 after many years of service. Sybil loved the Smoky Mountains, singing, dancing and celebrating all occasions. Visitation will be held from 2-4 pm on Monday, January 17, 2022 at Newcomer North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Road, Dayton, OH, where the funeral service will begin at 4:00 pm. Pastor Jack Little officiating. To share a memory of Sybil or leave a special message for her family, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.com EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE. NO EXCEPTIONS. Some people think that choosing a modest memorial means sacrificing service. Our commitment to excellent service allows us to say that no matter what kind of a memorial you have in mind, we’ll provide you with the best service available, bar none. Funeral Home and Crematory American Legion London, Post 105, and past women’s auxiliary president, also Eagles Aerie 950, Auxiliary, London. Pat loved camping, fishing and boating with friends and family at Lake Erie. She was an avid bowler, as she was a member of the Liberty Lounge Gals in the Tuesday Night Friendship League. She also was a tremendous cook who loved to cook for the “masses.” Often on Saturdays, she was with families and friends, rooting on her beloved Buckeyes. She is survived by: her loving husband of 57 years, Robert Lee Groves, whom she married on March 11, 1964; sons, Robert W. (Jaimee) Groves of Cincinnati, Carl R. Groves of London, and Jerry L. (Deanna) of Hudson, Fla.; sister,Lana Wirth of Iowa; brother, Brian (Edna) Norris of Georgia; grandchildren, Tanner Groves, Brandon Duerler, Kirsten (Robert) Zofchak; five great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Pat was preceded in death by: her parents; brother,Brad Norris; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Jack and Marilyn Groves; brother-in-law, Garry Groves; mother-inlaw and father-in-law, Pauline and Howard Groves. Calling hours and a short service were held on Dec. 13 at Lynch Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, London. Online condolences may be sent to www.lynchfamilyfuneralhome.com. JONES Steven D. Jones “Caretaker”, 57, of London, Ohio, passed away on Dec. 14, 2021, at OSU Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Steven was born at Grant Hospital in Columbus on Feb. 15, 1963, the son of Robert Steven Jones and Rose Gertrude (Rudolph) Jones. 103 North Main Street London, Ohio 43140-1144 (740) 852-2345 www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com Steven worked at the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office for 25-plus years. He was also a veteran of the United States Army and served in Desert Storm, among countless other assignments. Steven is survived by his wife, Maria K. (Adkins) Jones, and children, Christopher L. Adkins, Katharina Jones, Christine M. Soter, Kelsea B. Lawver, Heather R. Soter, and Jomanda FL. (Tyler D.) Anderson. Steven is also survived by his siblings, David M. (Paula) Jones, Chris (Tom) Burg- Newberry, Timothy C. (Linda) Jones, and Patrick M. Jones. He is survived by his grandchildren, Dakota L. Soter and Nancie M. Anderson, as well as many nieces and nephews and his K-9 companion, Snuggles. Steven was received in Heaven by his parents, Robert and Rose Jones. Steven was a hero in life in many ways, from serving his country in Desert Storm to helping stranded couples on the side of the road. The impact he made in the lives of many was significant and always good. Steve had many interests in life, such as riding the heaviest motorcycle in the world, along with all the people who love him. He loved to protect peoples’ lives as well as their hearts. He became a hero even in death when he donated life-saving organs to multiple people who received a Christmas miracle. Steven is the hero each and every one of us needed, and he became that hero we needed and saved each and every one of us. For some of us, he was the dad we never had, the friend who listened, the husband who cared when others did not, and the friend who saved our lives. To each of us, he was different, but he saved us all. Steven D. Jones “Caretaker” will always remain a hero and light in our lives. He will never truly be gone. Visitation and a memorial service were held on Jan. 15 at Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home, West Jefferson. Burial will be held this summer at Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman, Ohio. Please visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to share memories of Steven and to send condolences to his family. BELL Rose Mary A. Bell, 93, of London died on Jan. 2, 2022, at the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, Columbus. Mrs. Bell was born on Nov. 14, 1928, a daughter of Orazio and Francesca (Gasbarrao) DeLuca. She was a longtime member of St. Patrick Church, London, where she also was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. She had been employed by the Girl Scouts of America as a treasurer for many years. She enjoyed cooking, especially Italian food and pastry. She loved animals of all types. She very much enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. She had volunteered at St. Patrick School in the kitchen and at other events and activities. Rose Mary is survived by: her children, Ann Frances (Christopher) Logan of Columbus, Bradley Allen Bell of London, and Larry Bell of Chillicothe; special family friend, Diane Bogenrife; grandchildren, Vincent, Liberty and Lauren; two great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by: her parents; husband, Rodney “Rod” Bell; son, Steve Bell; sister, Hilda; and brother, Nick. Calling hours and a Mass of Christian Burial was held on Jan. 10 at St. Patrick Parish Center, 61 S. Union St., London. Entombment will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, Columbus. Contributions may be made to St. Patrick School, 226 Elm St., London, OH 43140, or to the Humane Society of Madison County, 2020 Plain City-Georgesville Rd., West Jefferson, OH 43162. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Lynch Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service. Online condolences may be sent to www.lynchfamilyfuneralhome.com. SHOAF Helen Elizabeth Shoaf, 84, of London died on Jan. 4, 2022, in her residence. Born on Sept. 9, 1937, in South Charleston, Ohio, she was a daughter of David Alex and Ethyl Irene (Parker) Smith. For 34.5 years, Helen worked for General Motors, attended Newport Church of Christ in Christian Union, was a member of FOE Aerie 950 and loved to bowl. Survivors include: her daughter, Tolene Shoaf; son, Kevin (Susanna) Shoaf; grandchildren, Crystal Furguson, Michael Sullivan, Daniel Shoaf, Chelsea Thomas, Cassy Collier; great-grandchildren, Leelyn Furguson, Za’Ryah Robinson and Christopher Jack Daniel Shoaf; brothers and sisters, Barb Curry, Mary Mullet, Nina Sampsel, Dave Smith, Richard Smith, Harold Smith, Jack Smith and Roger Smith; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and sisters, Freida Faye Alexander, Reida Smith, Ethel Sheerin, Jean Witbeck and Ruth Frazee. Per Helen’s wishes, visitation and funeral services did not take place. Memorials in Helen’s name may be made to Loving Care Hospice, P.O. Box 445, London, OH 43140. The family was served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com.
www.madisonmessengernews.com January 16, 2022 - MADISON MESSENGER - Page 5 obituaries NITCHMAN Glen William Nitchman, 46, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away on Jan. 5, 2022, in Madison County Hospital ICU due to complications of COVID and pneumonia. Glen was a loving husband, father, son brother, and friend to all that knew him. He was a 1993 graduate of Graham High School in St. Paris, Ohio. Glen worked at Jefferson Industries for 28 years. Glen was a member of the NRA. He loved to hunt, fish, and play video games. He was preceded in death by his father, Ronald Eugene Nitchman (1946-1994), and grandmother, Marget Nitchman (1911-2001). Glen is survived by: his loving wife, Marti Nitchman of 22 years; son, Dalton Nitchman of West Jefferson; mother, Jane D. Frey; and stepfather, Fred Eli Frey of West Jefferson; his twin sister, Lynne N. Packman, of West Jefferson; brothers, Justin (Megan) Frey of Galloway, Brad (Camila) Frey of Arizona, Brian (Betty) Frey of Bellefonte; sister, Angie Frey Turner of St. Paris and Jeff Frey of Conover; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. The family will welcome friends at Rader-McDonald- Tidd Funeral Home, West Jefferson on Jan. 12. A funeral service was held at the funeral home on Jan. 13. Internment followed at Forest Grove Cemetery, Plain City, Ohio. Visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com to share a favorite memory of Glen or condolences with the family. TOWNSEND Ashlee Lynn Townsend, 34, of Sedalia died on Jan. 5, 2022, as the result of a traffic accident. Born on Nov. 27, 1987, in Springfield, she was a daughter of Roger and Deena (Hamm) Townsend. Ashlee was a former member of Madison Plains FFA and the Girl Scouts. She loved animals of all sorts, especially horses, the outdoors, reading and creative writing. Survivors include: her father, Roger Townsend; sister, Leslee Townsend; grandparents, Billy and Hazel Hamm; nieces, Shantayah Minor and Noel Scott; nephews, Landon Minor and Leon’tay Scott; greatniece, Lehlani Miller; a host of aunts, uncles and cousins, including special uncle and aunt, Glenn and Brenda Townsend; and special friend, Megan Lewis. She was preceded in death by her mother, Deena Townsend, and grandparents, Buford and Loretta Townsend. A celebration of Ashlee’s life was set for 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 15 in the Range Township Firehouse, Sedalia. The family suggests memorials in Ashlee’s name be made to the Okefenokee Kidney Charity at Okefenokee Kidney Charity, Inc. - Home (weebly.com). The family is being served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London. Condolences for the family may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. BALL Douglas J. Ball, 64, of West Jefferson, Ohio, passed away on Jan. 6, 2022. Douglas was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan, and in his spare time, he enjoyed riding his bike, bowling, and in the summer he enjoyed going to the county fair. He was preceded in death by: his parents, James and Reva (Jennie) Ball. Douglas is survived by: his sister, Debbie (Douglas) Lillie; brothers, Timothy (Connie) Ball and James Ball; several niece, and nephews. The family would like to recognize and give thanks to the staff at Choices and Arbors West for the care Douglas received. Visitation and the funeral service took place on Jan. 11 at Rader-McDonald-Tidd Funeral Home, West Jefferson. Interment followed at Alton Cemetery, Galloway. Memorial contributions may be made to: Choices In Community Living, 2100 E. High St., Suite 113, Springfield, OH 45505. To share a favorite memory of Douglas or online condolences with the Ball family, please visit www.radermcdonaldtiddfuneralhome.com. HARSH John R. Harsh Sr., 87, of Plumwood died on Jan. 7, 2022, in The Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. Born on Sept. 11, 1934, he was a son of James Daniel and Alta J. (Stockwell) Harsh. John was a retired welder with the former Hoppes Manufacturing in Springfield and was a U.S. Air Force veteran. Survivors include: his children, Jody (Ron) Lentz, Terry (Gina) Hughes, John Harsh Jr. and Karen S. Smith; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews; and his caregivers, Rob and Sonja Smith. He was preceded in death by: his parents; wife, Dorothy Harsh; brothers, Raymond and James Harsh; and sisters, Mildred Sue Sargent and Norma Jean “Rose” Clifton. A graveside service was held on Jan. 14 in Plumwood Cemetery. Visitation was not observed. The family suggests memorials in John’s name be made to the James Cancer Hospital at www.giveto.osu.edu. The family was served by Eberle-Fisher Funeral Home and Crematory, London. Condolences for the family may be shared at www.eberlfisherfuneralhome.com. SMITH Ronald W. Smith, 62, of London died on Jan. 9, 2022, at Madison Health, London. Ron was born on May 6, 1959, in Columbus, Ohio, a son of Bill Stenson and Phyllis Mae (Knight) Boberg. He graduated from Hillsboro High School and proudly served as a member of the United States Army. Ron was an avid fisherman and hunter, with duck hunting being his favorite. He also enjoyed woodworking and working on and building cars, which he raced on occasion. His most favorite pastime was to be able to spend time with his grandchildren. He is survived by: his loving wife of 42 years, Mary Helen Smith; children, Dawn Ward of London, James (Amber) Smith of Tennessee, Jerry Ward of London; brother, Michael (Louann) Smith of Plain City; grandchildren, Cameron Ward, Damian Ward, Julian Ward, and River Hull; nieces, nephews, great-nieces, greatnephews, and several cousins. He was preceded in death by: his parents; brother, Daniel Lynn Stenson; maternal grandparents, Walter Clovis Knight and Blanche M. Knight. Calling hours and funeral services were set for Jan. 14 at Lynch Family Funeral Home & Cremation Service, London, with Michael Smith officiating. Interment followed in Kirkwood Cemetery, London. Memorial contributions may be made in Ron’s memory to: Autism Research Institute, 4182 Adams Ave., San Diego, Calif. 92116. Online condolences may be sent to www.lynchfamilyfuneralhome.com. Cecil Charles Yoder Sr., 88, of London, Ohio, passed away peacefully December 27, 2021at his home. He was born on September 3, 1933 in Marysville, Ohio to the late Odell H. and Elsie M. (Kroninger) Yoder. He is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Don, Eugene and Paul Yoder; granddaughter, Aubrey Christian and grandson, Michael Chastain. Surviving family includes, wife of 65 years, Cora A. (Bennett) Yoder; children, Vicki (Perry) DeMatteo, Cecil Yoder II, Laura Chastain, Cynthia (Andrew) Smith, Michelle Yoder and Stefani Yoder; grandchildren, Christopher, Timothy, Vic, Amy, Charles, Alex, Joshua, Monique, Joseph, Angela, Andrea, Leigha, Eric, Domni, Bethany, Danny, Steven, Taylor, Gabriele and great grandchildren, Evan, Ava, Milania, Arianna, Wade, Macy, Tyson, Taylor, Aidan, Kamber, Kylynn, Coy, Raylynne, Everly, Hayden, Kaitlynn, Shaelynn, Autumn, Olivia, Jordan, Westin, Alexandria, Nickolas, Bre'anna, Mya, Emily, Blake, David, Stefani, Layla, Nathaniel, Katerina, Wyatt, Sabrina, Bryson, Kyllen and Julian. Cecil served four years in the United States Marine Corps. He was awarded the National Defense Service Medal, the United Nations Service Medal and the Korean Service Medal. Cecil was a member of the VFW, AMVETS and the American Legion. He participated in the honor flight to Washington DC. Cecil retired from Roadway Express after over 30 years and was a member of Teamsters Union Local 413 for over 35 years. Graveside services will be held at 1pm on Monday January, 17, 2022 at Sunset Cemetery. Messages of condolences may be shared with the family at www.NewcomerColumbus.com. In Memory of Beverly Feb 6, 1939 – Jan 21, 2011 She was just a teen aged girl from Missouri who fell in love with a G.I. Stationed at Ft. Leonard Wood. She had quit school during her sophomore year to go to work to help support her widowed mother and 10 siblings. She was a little short girl just a little over 100 lbs, but she could pack a wallop. After just knowing him for 6 weeks, her sweetheart was discharged from the army and went 2000 miles away to seek his fortune. Little did he realize that his fortune was still sitting in Missouri. After almost a year he saw the light, just like the prodigal son. Over the phone he proposed to her and she said yes. A wedding was scheduled in Ohio after a Sunday morning church service, but alas he didn't realize that the license that he got in Missouri was only good in Missouri. On 9/11/58 they were married in a parsonage in Missouri and on 9/14 were “married” again in West Jefferson, Ohio. She came as just a little girl from Missouri but Oh what she became. She only had 10 years of school, but she had the smarts and common sense to do most anything. Shortly after the wedding she told her husband, “Don't you ever hit me, you have to go to sleep sometime and I have an iron skillet.” She was a worker. It was a one day honeymoon and then back to work. Two years later she presented her husband with a beautiful daughter, three years later another one. She quit work until the children were in school, and then she was always home for them. She raised the children as her husband was always involved in something that took his time, and she did a great job. When her oldest daughter became pregnant, she said I hope it's a girl, I could never love a little boy. On February 22, 1995 Jake was born, she changed over night, they were inseparable from birth to the time of her death 15 years later. She was tight with her money, a garage saler and trash picker, and knew her antiques. She saved her family a lot of money and acquired a number of valuable antiques. She was opinionated, and spoke her mind. You either liked her or didn't. You always knew where you stood with her. If she liked you she'd give you the shirt off of her back, she was always for the under privileged and down trodden. Her outspokenness must not have affected too many people her funeral was one of the largest seen in years. She was a great organizer, she organized and would feed over 100 people at her church dinners. She was known as “The flower Lady of West Jefferson.” For years she planted and maintained flowers along Main Street. She and her husband purchased a 155 year old house that was falling down, and she made a show place of it with her flowers. In 2003 she was found with breast cancer, it never slowed her down. After a mastectomy and chemo it looked like it was licked. Then in 2005 it returned, more chemo and radiation. Some thought that the radiation would slow her down, but it seemed to energizer her and she would come back and work all day in the flowers. At the James Cancer Hospital she got the nick name of the Energizer Bunny. In 2008 the cancer had gone to her lungs. She was a fighter, where ever she was she inspired people, and influenced a lot of people by her faith. She gave hope to people who were fighting the same battle. Her quote was “I've had a good life, I know where I'm going and I'm ready to go.” On January 21, 2011 she got her reward.
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