Doris Faye Potts, age 78, of Hamersville, Ohio passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025 at her residence with her family by her side. She was a homemaker and a retired customer service and catalog sales representative for Sporty’s Pilot Shop in Batavia, Ohio. Doris devoted many hours to volunteering. She could always be found at the Brown County Little State Fair helping with the Brown County Senior and Junior Fair Board, the Brown County Pork Produces and anywhere she was needed. Doris also enjoyed helping with the Brown County Horse Camps and the Brown County Rangers 4-H Club. She loved her horses, McDonald’s Diet Coke but above all she was a devoted and loving wife, mother and mimi. Doris was born September 27, 1946 in Bethel, Ohio the daughter of the late Clarence and Emma (Taylor) Frazee. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by three brothers – Clifford Barnett, Melvin Blanton and Michael Frazee.

Mrs. Potts is survived by her loving husband of 55 years – Kenneth Potts whom she married July 5, 1969; two children – Mark Potts and Kristin LoFrumento of Mt.Orab and Kelly Hahn and husband Jason of Mt.Orab, Ohio; four grandchildren – Jalyn and Keaton Hahn and Nathan and Will Pletz and a host of friends.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family at the Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Interment will be in the Confidence Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Parkinson’s Foundation at www.parkinsonsfoundation.org

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com

Beverly “Kay” Casbar, age 82, of Georgetown, Ohio and formerly of Mt.Orab, Ohio passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at the Meadowview Regional Medical Center in Maysville, Kentucky. She was known by many names and titles: Bev, Kay, Mom, Mamaw and Ma, to name a few. Kay was a retired ward secretary for the Clermont Mercy Hospital Psych Ward in Batavia, Ohio, a die-hard Elvis Presley and Cincinnati Reds fan. She knew the baseball stats better than most of the coaches. Kay loved Conway Twitty and riding motorcycles with her husband, Frank and her special cousins, Gloria Dawn and Johnny Ulrich. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren that she always looked forward to spending time with and never missed any of their events. Kay was born September 7, 1942 in Madison, West Virgina the daughter of the late Theodore “Ted” and Barbarene (Eskew) McCormick. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Frank Joseph Casbar in 2014 and one brother – Ted McCormick in 2016.

Mrs. Casbar is survived by two daughters – Debbie Bossman and husband Rick of Batavia, Ohio and Amy Farrell and husband Troy of Georgetown, Ohio; five grandsons – Jordan Bossman of Batavia, Ohio, Troy Farrell, Jr. and wife Stella of Hamersville, Ohio, Zac Farrell and wife Casey of Anderson Township, Ohio, Jake Farrell and wife Katie of Anderson Township, Ohio and Luke Farrell and wife Kate of Jeffersonville, Indiana; eleven great grandchildren – Anastasia, Hailie, Shiloh, Xander, Juliana, Selah, Thea, Gemma, Beckham, Luna and Ivy Farrell; one great-great grandson – Ahsaiaas Ramirez; one sister – Judi Barkley and husband Roger of Moscow, Ohio, one sister-in-law – Cathy McCormick of Amelia, Ohio; four nephews – John McCormick and wife Jenny, Seth McCormick, Kody McCormick and wife Jessica and Sam Barkley and wife Meagan; two nieces – Brodi Whitehead and husband Zach and Jill O’Donnell and husband Tim, special friend – Connie Farrell and family and many cousins and friends who will miss her dearly.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M Saturday, January 18, 2025 at the Mt. Nebo Global Methodist Church, 11693 State Route 774, Bethel, Ohio 45106. Mike Starkey will officiate. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. Saturday at the church. Interment will be in the Shinkles Ridge Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio is serving the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mt. Nebo Global Methodist Church, 11693 State Route 774, Bethel, Ohio 45106.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com

John is survived by his wife of 30 years, Helen Hoskins of Fayetteville, Ohio; his children: Traci (Kevin) Daniels of Michigan, Terri (Chris) Hawk of Michigan, Carla Brown of Cheviot, Ohio, Linda (Todd) Medcalf of Madeira, Ohio, Terry (Michelle) Beyersdorff of Hamilton, Ohio, Kate (Chris Roberts) Loux of Mesa, Arizona, and Greg Loux of Amelia, Ohio; his grandchildren: Dena, Amanda, Rachel, T.J., Matthew, Amanda, Alex, Justin and Ryan; his 18 great-grandchildren; as well as two brothers and two sisters.

John was preceded in death by his son, Michael Byersdorff and his grandchild, Tyler.

John loved dirt car racing. He retired from Sunflower Carriers as a driver.

Funeral service 2 PM Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Megie Funeral Home, 104 Spice Street, Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154, where family and friends received from 12 PM until the time of service. Brian Wikoff officiating.

Curtis George Chase, age 67, of Mt. Orab, Ohio and formerly of Bronx, New York passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at his residence. He was a retired New York State Trooper. Curtis was born May 1, 1957 in Bronx, New York the son of William Chase of New York and the late Maria (Daskalakis) Chase.

In addition to his father, Mr. Chase is survived by five children – Katherine Chase and Jim Moran of Halfmoon, New York, Victoria Chase and Bryant Parks of Mt. Orab, Ohio, Ellan Steward and husband Dustin of Georgetown, Ohio, Stephen Chase and wife Christina of Wesley Chapel, Florida and Craigg Chase and Anne Huschart of Newtown, Ohio; one sister – Valerie Chase of Long Island, New York; one uncle – Ward Coe and wife Diane of Florida and best friend – Steve Naughton and wife Mary Ann of Poughkeepsie, New York.

Memorial services will be held at 12:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio. Dave Warren will officiate. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to The Wounded Blue, 3540 W. Sahara Avenue #451, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by 6 brothers and 1 sister.

He is survived by son, Shaine Malott of Mt. Orab; daughters, Misty Doane of Sardinia, Summer Smith of Mt. Orab; life partner, Denise Aleshire of Sardinia; 7 step children; brother, Howard (Patricia) Malott of Sardinia; 6 step grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville. Burial will follow in the Sardinia Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM at the funeral home.

Please sign his online tribute wall at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.

Eileen M. Beasley, age 98, of Georgetown, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 6, 2025, at the Villa of Georgetown. Eileen was born on December 21, 1926, to the late John Garvin Vance and Ona Vance in Manchester, Ohio. She lived most of her young life in Manchester and Aberdeen before marrying her high school sweetheart, Ben Beasley, in 1946 and moving to Georgetown in 1951. Eileen was a dedicated wife and mother, a long-time member of the Georgetown Presbyterian Church, and a member of the Taliaferro Chapter of the DAR, where she served as Chaplain. Eileen was an avid reader, and enjoyed gardening, volunteer work, and spending time with friends and family.

In addition to her parents, Eileen was preceded in death by her husband, Ben; her sisters, Imogene Plank and Sherry Egbert; one grandson, Benjamin Tinnat; and many dear friends. Eileen is survived by her three children, Carolyn Tinnat, Susan Wahl, and John Beasley (Babe); four grandchildren, Shannon Wahl, Kelly Lucas, Michael Tinnat, and Justin Beasley; seven great grandchildren; three nieces, and one nephew.

A memorial service will take place at the Georgetown Presbyterian Church at the convenience of the family on a date to be determined. Internment will be in Manchester Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in memory of Eileen. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.cahallfuneralhomes.com.

Justin A. “Jay” Fithen, 68, of Georgetown, OH, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the Clermont Mercy Hospital in Batavia. He was born December 9, 1956 in Georgetown, OH to the late Dewey and Gertrude (Newberry) Fithen. He was a retired security guard for the University of Cincinnati. He loved the outdoors.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by sister, Sue Hollingsworth.

He is survived by daughter; Charlene Fithen (Lucas Williams) of Georgetown; son, Kevin Fithen of Georgetown; girlfriend, Sue Hill of Georgetown; sister, Gerri Armstrong of Cleveland; grandchildren, Chase Fithen, Kane Fithen and Lilly Brooks as well as special cousins, Danny and Larry Fithen.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville. Drue Lane will be officiating. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the funeral home. Cremation will follow the services.

Memorial contributions may be made to the family to help with funeral expenses.

Please sign his online tribute wall at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.

John Edd Farrell, Sr., 78, of Georgetown, Ohio, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2025 at the Ohio Valley Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center near Ripley, Ohio. He was a United States Army Vietnam War Veteran, was retired from General Electric where he worked as a jet engine repairman and was a member of the Georgetown Baptist Church. Mr. Farrell was born December 11, 1946 in Kettle Island, Kentucky the son of the late Gabe and Mary (Deaton) Farrell, Sr. He was also preceded in death by seven siblings – Douglas Farrell, June Napier, Janet Arnold, Sam Farrell, Gabe Farrell, Jr., and Daisy McGuffey.

Mr. Farrell is survived by his loving wife of fifty-seven years – Linda Kay (Harper) Farrell; one son – John Farrell, Jr. (Lisa) of Hamersville, Ohio; one daughter – Regina Snow (Justin) of Amelia, Ohio; five granddaughters – Ashley Farrell, Aundria Saag (Stephen), Cerena Snow, Autumn Clifton (Brenden) and Eden Roy Snow; two grandsons – Garrett Farrell and Logan Farrell; two great grandsons – Isaiah Farrell and David Farrell; one great-granddaughter – Daisy Farrell; three siblings – Stanley Duke Farrell, JoAnn Crew (John) and Linda Frazier.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 P.M. Thursday, January 16, 2025 at Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Pastor Ken Harmon will officiate. Visitation will be from 12:00 to 2:00 P.M. Thursday. Military Honors will be provided by the Carey Bavis American Legion Post #180 of Georgetown, Ohio. Cremation will follow the services.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: Cahall Funeral Homes | Georgetown OH funeral home and cremation

Elizabeth Ann (Betty) Naylor, age 93, passed from this earth early in the morning January 10, 2025 at Legacy Hillsboro Skilled Nursing facility where she had received care since June 2024 when her extended battle with Alzheimer’s Dementia significantly worsened.

Betty grew up in Dayton Ohio, the daughter of the late John H Gray and Viola Clara Charlotte Fravert Gray and was one of nine children. She was born June 10, 1931 and had 6 older brothers who welcomed her arrival, Johnny, Edward, Wilbur, Robert, Charles and Harvey Gray. 21 months after Betty’s birth the family welcomed her only sister, Mary Jane Gray Ballardini who passed way in 2006. Rounding out the family was her younger brother, Paul Gray who lives in California and survives her along with his wife Priscilla. She is also survived by a sister-in-law Nell Gray as well as many nieces and nephews.

Betty graduated in 1950 from Randolph High School in Englewood Ohio. After graduation she worked for an attorney in Dayton, a job she was very proud of.

During her Junior year of high school she attended Whiteoak High School where she met the love of her life, Lloyd Roberts Naylor II . They maintained a long-distance relationship for 6 years and on March 26, 1955 during a blizzard they married at the Concord Methodist Church in Englewood Ohio. She then moved to the family farm at Mowrystown.

God blessed them with two children, Debbie Purvis-Heaton (Keith) and Lloyd Roberts (Robbie) Naylor III.

She is also survived by grandchildren Michael Purvis, Jason Purvis, Elizabeth June (Beth) Page (Michael), Caroline Jane (Carrie) Swisshelm ( Nathan), and a special grandson Randy Heaton (who claims to be her favorite). She was preceded by a granddaughter Elizabeth Heaton. When the grandchildren were born they had the honor of naming her Mamaw. As they grew and entered school, she became known to many as Mamaw Betty, the name she is still widely known by.

Her family also includes great grandchildren Brianna Purvis Hall (Austin), Clayton Purvis, Madison Purvis, Mckenna Purvis, Christine Page, Clara Page, Chloe Page, Cullen Page, and Kasey Swisshelm.

Betty was a very active member of the Mowrystown Church of Christ. She rarely missed a Sunday Church service and attended until May 2024 when her health would no longer permit. She looked forward each month to the Oldies But Goodies gathering as well. One of Betty’s main goals was to teach her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren the importance of attending church and growing in their faith in God. Even in her dementia she was very excited when the youngest great grandchild was baptized a few years ago. In younger years she helped with vacation bible school and a Saturday morning youth group called the Busy Bees. She would pick up children in the neighborhood and drive them to church activities.

Betty was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, initially at Sardinia and then at Russellville when those chapters combined. She recently received her 70-year membership pin.

Lloyd has been a long-time member of the Liberty Coronet Band in West Union, Ohio. Betty’s favorite activity was attending band practices and engagements. She maintained his calendar and would be seen sitting front and center when they performed or practiced.

The family would like to acknowledge and give thanks for the excellent care Betty received while at Legacy Hillsboro Skilled Nursing Facility. Their compassion, love, dedication, and thoughtfulness has been exceptional and has made the journey the last 7 months much easier for each of us.

We would also like to thank our family, friends, church family, and our community for all the cards, prayers, visits, gifts and words of encouragement over this journey. This support has been so comforting.

Funeral S=services will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at the Mowrystown Church of Christ with Pastor Chris Gobin officiating. Immediately following the services a luncheon will be served in the Community building. A private burial is scheduled at Fincastle Cemetery following the meal. Visitation will be held Tuesday, January 14, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Mowrystown Church of Christ Community Building. Eastern Star services will be held at 7:45 p.m.

The Edgington Funeral Home, Mowrystown, is assisting the family .

If desired, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Mowrystown Church of Christ Building Fund at P.O. Box 17 Mowrystown Ohio 45155. To leave the family an online condolence, visit www.edgingtonfuneralhomes.com

Harold Showalter, 90, of Lake Waynoka, passed away Saturday, January 4, 2025 at the Mercy-Jewish Hospital in Kenwood. He was born August 2, 1934 in Bracken County, Kentucky, the son of the late Howard and Cora King Showalter. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Mary Rae Wilkerson Showalter. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Nancy Guilfoyle Showalter, who passed away in 1989; grandson, Blake Roush and his brothers, Kenzie (Jean) Showalter and Howard (Mildred) Showalter Jr.

Harold attended Bracken County High School, then continued his education at Union College and finished his Masters of Education from University of Cincinnati. He was a teacher and Principal at Fayetteville-Perry Local Schools for more than 40 years. After his retirement from Fayetteville, he became the Director of the Adams County Public Libraries. During his tenure there he helped to plan, build, and open a new library building in Seaman, Ohio. He then went on to co-author a book about the history of Fayetteville for their sesquicentennial.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Debbie Heimbrock, Steve (Gale) Roush and Mike (Heleena) Roush; grandchildren, Miki Iles, Jeff Heimbrock, Hannah (Tyler Miller) Roush, Lauren and Connor Roush; great-grandchildren, Sophia Teague, Jayla and Colt Gray.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation from 1:00 PM, until the time of the funeral service at 3:00 PM, Sunday, January 12, 2025 at Wilson Funeral Home, 35 W. Second St., Manchester. Pastor Larry Hoop will officiate. Burial will follow at Manchester Cemetery.

Family suggests memorial contributions be made to your local library.

Please sign his online tribute wall at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Augusta Jane Snider, 83, of Sardinia, Ohio, passed away on Tuesday, December 31, 2024. She was born to the late Gus and Marguerite Beam on May 29, 1941.

Jane is survived by her husband, Kenneth “Duke” Snider of Sardinia, Ohio; her children: Christopher S. Snider of Sardinia, Ohio, John Joseph (Robyn) Snider of Canal Winchester, Ohio and Mary Suzanne Carter of Amelia, Ohio; her grandchildren: Andy Snider, Jarrod Snider, Ashley Tolle, Jake Snider, Alexis Snider, Nick Carter and several great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her sister, Marguerite “Bug” Fender.

Jane was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Arnheim.. She graduated from Wilmington College with a BA and from Dayton with an M.Ed. Jane retired as a teacher from Eastern Local School District. She was a Kentucky Colonel, a Martha Jennings Scholar, a member of the Mt. Orab Lions Club and a 4-H advisor for the Sardinia Buckeyes. Jane also loved going to car shows.

Mass of Christian Burial 12:00 PM Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at St Mary Catholic Church, 6647 Van Buren Street, Arnheim, Ohio, 45121, where family and friends will be received from 11:00 AM until the time of service. Fr. Frank Amburgy officiating. Burial to follow at Sardinia Cemetery, Sardinia, Ohio.

Memorial donations in memory of Jane may be directed to St. Mary Catholic Church, 6647 Van Buren Street, Arnheim, Ohio 45121.

Megie Funeral Home – Mt. Orab caring for the family.

John “Johnny” Dee Hacker, age 73, of Sardinia, was born on February 3, 1951, in Hamilton, Ohio, to Owen Dee & June Ann (Greer) Hacker. He passed away on Thursday morning, December 26, 2024, at home.

John is survived by his sister- Gail (John) Carraher, Mowyrstown; two daughters- Krista (Jim) Stevens, Cincinnati & Jillian (Brandon) Beach, Amelia, OH; son-in-law- Eric Wiesmann, Ross, OH; five granddaughters- Jocilyn, Sawyer, Rowen, Rorie, & Cameron; nephew- John (Heather) Carraher; niece- Jodi (Matt) Gallogly. He was preceded in death on November 13, 2024 by his daughter- Kimberly Paige Wiesmann.

Johnny was truly larger than life. Raised in Norwood, Ohio, he spent his childhood riding bikes and making mischief with friends. His determination and resilience were evident in his school years, where he competed in wrestling and football. Johnny often boasted of having served as a caddy for baseball legend Johnny Bench, a memory he cherished.

In 1969 after graduating from Norwood High School, at the age of 18, J.D. enlisted in the U.S. Navy, where he served as a nuclear missile technician aboard the U.S.S. Patrick Henry and U.S.S. George Washington. His time spent beneath the waves as part of the submarine service was one of the best periods of his life, and J.D. frequently shared captivating tales from this time. A proud veteran, J.D.’s commitment to his country remained a cornerstone of his identity.

After leaving the Navy in 1975, Johnny embarked on his next adventure-starting a family and working on a dairy farm. He fondly reminisced about those early mornings spent milking cows and the late nights rocking his children to sleep. Johnny was also a dedicated volunteer, serving as a firefighter and EMT in Sardinia, never accepting pay but always willing to lend a hand to those in need. Johnny’s career path was as adventurous as his life. A lifelong learner, Johnny often said, “I don’t know what I want to be when I grow up.” His curiosity led him to work as an engineer for Senco Tool Company, where he was part of the team that developed the first nail guns. Later in life, Johnny became a long-haul truck driver, crossing the country and taking in every hill, beach, and hollar, from Cincinnati to Nevada.

Johnny was often seen with a hat on his head and found joy in watching sports, especially cheering on the Cincinnati Reds. He was the kind of man who could never be ignored, his larger-than-life personality and infectious laugh left a mark on all who knew him. Johnny’s journey through life was one filled with adventure, and he lived every moment to the fullest. Johnny’s legacy will live on in the stories he shared, the lives he touched, and the smiles he spread.

A gathering of Johnny’s family and friends will be from 10 AM until the time of his Celebration of Life Service at 11:30 A.M., on Saturday, January 25, 2025 at the Sardinia Church of Christ, 7130 Bachman Rd, Sardinia, OH 45171 with Pastor Marion Clifton officiating. The United States Active Duty Navy Seaman will accord military honors with Firefighter/Bagpiper Ed Myers accompanying the ceremonies. Johnny’s cremains will then be received at the Pearl Harbor Naval Station in Honolulu where he will be buried at sea in the Pacific Ocean. Contributions in John’s memory may be made to the Homes for our Troops, 6 Main Street Taunton, MA 02780. To sign the online guest book, go to www.edgingtonfuneralhomes.com.

Fred Thomas, age 94, of Georgetown, Ohio went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at the Ohio Veterans Home in Georgetown, Ohio. He was a United States Korean War Navy veteran serving from 1950-1954. Upon discharge, Fred returned home and farmed. In 1956 he started Thomas Welding Company and Fertilize from his skills and knowledge he gained in the Navy to repair farm equipment. He served his community for nearly 35 years until his retirement in 1990. Following his retirement, Fred and his wife, Nancy, both enrolled into the Rhema Bible Training College in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma where he received a degree in ministry in 1993. He was a member of the Georgetown Church of Christ, the Georgetown Masonic Lodge F&AM #72, the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite and the Shriners. Fred was born October 18, 1930 in Higginsport, Ohio the youngest of five children born to the late Bernhardt and Elfreida (Bissantz) Thomas, Sr. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years – Nancy (Bruist) Thomas in 2009, two sisters – Anna L. Pickrell and Elizabeth Graham and two brothers – Bernhardt Thomas, Jr. and Paul F. Thomas.

Mr. Thomas is survived by four children – Pamela R. Pfeffer and husband Brad, Vic Thomas, Keith D. Thomas and wife Tammy and Mia F. Poff and husband Leroy; eight grandchildren – Kris (Megan) Thomas, Justin (Michelle) Thomas, Jonathan (Veronica) Thomas, Jacob (Megan) Thomas, Emilee Thomas, Ethan Thomas, Amanda Poff and Ashley Poff; three step-grandchildren – Kristen (Drew) Lawwill, Kyle Neal and Clinton Church; ten great grandchildren – Kaden, Everly, Tinley, Jaxson, Annabelle, Lincoln, Avery, Adalyn, Eli and Bo and three step-great grandchildren – Ellie, Adalyn and Evelyn.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at the Georgetown Church of Christ, 149 Hamer Road, Georgetown, Ohio 45121. Kevin Whitsett will officiate. Visitation will be from 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M. Monday, January 6, 2025 at the church. Interment will be in the Shinkles Ridge Cemetery in Georgetown, Ohio. The Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio is serving the family.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Hope, 215 Hughes Blvd., Mt.Orab, Ohio 45154.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com

Tina René Davis went to be with the lord Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the age of 40. She was born January 27, 1984, in Port Arthur Texas to Sheila (neé Williams) Miller and the late William Davis.

She is survived by her stepfather, Berman Miller; a half-sister, Virginia Davis; three stepsisters: Kim, Tracie, and Shawntae; two stepbrothers: Josh and Travis; a special nephew, Malachi; along with numerous aunts and uncles.

She was a graduate of Mt. Orab High School class of 2002 and a member of First Baptist Church in Mt. Orab.

Funeral services will be held 11 AM Tuesday, December 31, 2024, at the First Baptist Church of Mt. Orab, 704 S. High Street, Mt. Orab 45145, with friends received from 9:30 AM until the time of service., Burial will follow at New Harmony Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be directed to First Baptist Church of Mt. Orab.

Megie Funeral Home caring for the family.

James Dwight Freeman, 79, of Sardinia, Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 at his home. He was owner/operator of Jim’s Plumbing and Electric for fifty years, a United States Army Veteran and a member of the American Legion in Sardinia, Ohio. Mr. Freeman was born July 14, 1945 in Cincinnati, Ohio the son of the late Ralph and Mildred (Paeltz) Freeman. He was also preceded in death by four siblings – Dennis Freeman, Byron K. Freeman, Mary Henize and Randy Jandes.

Mr. Freeman is survived by his loving wife of nine years – Marty (Schoenberger) Freeman; six children – Shawna Freeman Teegarden of Ripley, Ohio, Kim Freeman Osborne of Ripley, Ohio, Lonnie Freeman of Bethel, Ohio, Ronda Freeman Baker (H.C.) of West Union, Ohio, James Freeman, Jr. of Mowrystown, Ohio and Tim Freeman; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; four step-daughters; one sister – Belinda Sue Bruin of Aberdeen, Ohio and one brother – David Jandes of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Following cremation, a memorial service will be held at 7:00 P.M. Thursday January 2, 2025 at Cahall Funeral Home in Georgetown, Ohio. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. Thursday evening. Military Honors will be provided by the Carey Bavis American Legion Post #180 of Georgetown, Ohio at 5:00 P.M.

If desired, memorial donations may be made to: Hospice of Hope 215 Hughes Blvd. Mt. Orab, Ohio 45154 or at www.hospiceofhope.com

Jacob William Thomas “Tom” Wolf Sr., age 84, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully Friday December 27, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. He was born the son of the late Jacob Nicholas Wolf and Mary Phyllis Skalley Wolf on September 23, 1940 in Fayetteville. He was a member of St. Angela Merici Catholic Church. Tom loved traveling the world! He enjoyed trips here in the United States and internationally for both work and pleasure. He proudly accomplished his goal of visiting all 50 states. Tom embodied his life’s work as a true engineer who loved to work with his hands; and lived by the motto, “Don’t be afraid to take it apart!” He also loved spending time with others whether that be with his family or friends socializing over a cold beer. He will be missed by his family and friends who loved him dearly. Tom is survived by his four children, Tom (Donna) Wolf Jr. of Clarksville, Kim (Jeff) Wolfer of Fayetteville, Joe Wolf of Lynchburg, and Larry (Brigitte) Wolf of Fayetteville; a daughter-in-law, Kim Wolf of Fayetteville; 21 grandchildren, 35 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchild; and many nieces, nephews, and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Patricia “Pat” Marie Reuss Wolf on March 2, 2024; two children, Tim Wolf and Mary Nagel; step-mother, Elizabeth “Libby” Wolf; and siblings, Ronald G. Wolf, Gail Ann Wolf Stevenson, and Linda Rita Marie Wolf Waugh. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 3, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon at the Sacred Heart Chapel in St. Martin (Former Brown County Ursuline/Chatfield Campus). Mass of Christian Burial will take place immediately following visitation on Friday, January 3, 2025 at 12:00 noon also at Sacred Heart Chapel. Burial will follow in the St. Martin Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Tom’s name to St. Angela Merici, 130 Stone Alley, Fayetteville, OH 45118 or Queen City Hospice, 4055 Executive Park Drive Suite 240, Cincinnati Ohio 45241. The Davis-Turner Funeral Home is serving the family. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.turnerfuneralhomes.cc

Betty R. Shellabarger-Vance, age 90, of Sardinia, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the company of family on December 19, 2024. She was born March 26, 1934 in Harriman, Tennessee to the late Lee and Lillie Mae (Farmer) Dryman.

Betty illuminated the lives of everyone she met. She will be remembered for her unwavering kindness and devotion to our God Almighty. Betty leaves behind a rich tapestry of memories and a profound foundation to all she knew. What a Blessing to have known Betty!

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by husbands, J.C. Vance, Don Shellabarger, and Significant Other Denver Taylor; sons, James Michael Vance and Ronald Carl Vance.

She is survived by her children, Greg L. Vance (Karen), Alan B. Vance (Pam), Richard S. Vance (Peggy); daughter-in-law, Laura Vance as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren.

A private gathering will be held at the convenience of the family.

The Meeker Funeral Home in Russellville is handling the arrangements.

Please sign her online tribute wall at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Charles William “Billy” Grimes, age 84, of Bethel, Ohio passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024 at the Eagle Creek Nursing Home in West Union, Ohio. Billy was born July 12, 1940 in New Hope, Ohio the son of the late Charles Clarence and Cora Elizabeth (McGhehey) Grimes. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother – Tony Joe Cole: one sister – Connie Murrell in 2024 and one nephew – Matthew Edwin Bingamon in 2022.

Mr. Grimes is survived by two children – Charles Christian Grimes and Angela R. Wright; five grandchildren; one sister – Pam Bingamon and husband Frank of Hamersville, Ohio and several nieces and nephews.

Services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Cahall Funeral Home in Mt. Orab, Ohio is serving the family.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com

James A. Rossman, 75, of Ripley, Ohio passed away Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at the U.C. Medical Center in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was a retired construction worker and a 42 plus year member of the Ripley Fire Department. Mr. Rossman was born November 12, 1949 the son of the late Allie and Rita (Haitz) Rossman. He was also preceded in death by his wife – Leandra Gail Rosman and a sister – Linda Thacker.

Mr. Rossman is survived by two step-daughters – Lisa Custis of Washington Court House, Ohio and Ronda Thomas (Keith) of West Union, Ohio; a nephew – Scott Thacker.

Following cremation, a memorial graveside service will be held in the Spring of 2025 at Maplewood Cemetery in Ripley, Ohio. Date and time will be announced later.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.cahallfuneralhomes.com