Tuesday, March 17,2015 OBITUARIES The Lima News HINES WAPAKONETA Betty J. Hines, 91, died 6:55 p.m. March 14, 2015, at St. Rita's Medical Center, Lima. Services will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Wednesday at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Wapakoneta. The Rev. Elaine Mikesell will officiate. Burial will be in Greenlawn Cemetery, Wapakoneta.
Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at Bayliff Eley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, state Route 501, Wapakoneta, and 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the church. KELLER FORT MYERS, Fla. John L.
Keller, 74, died at 3:01 p.m. March 14, 2015, in Fort Myers, Florida. Graveside services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel. The Rev.
Bryan Bucher will officiate. Friends may call from 2 to 8 p.m. Friday at ChilesLaman Funeral Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel, where arrangements were incomplete. My Bucket List ed Ride in a convertible with my best friend See ny family all together Take my grandchildren on a family vacation Create your bucket list today at Chiles- Laman FUNER AI. CREMATIN SERVICES DONALD BOWERS COLDWATER, Mich.
Donald NO "Don" Lester Bowers, 72, of Coldwater, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2015 in Coldwater, Mich. The family will have a memorial service at 4:00 PM on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at the Moose Lodge 2387 in Fremont, IN with Pastor Ken Pollitz officiating. The family was cared for by Dutcher Funeral Home in Coldwater. Donald was born October 16, 1942 to Lester and Gladys (Berger) Bowers in Baltimore, Maryland. After graduation from high school in Millersport, OH, he proudly served his country in the U.S.
Navy. Don married the love of his life Ruth Plaugher on July 17, 1966 in Lima, OH. Don had a long career with General Dynamics Land Systems and traveled the world working with the company as a Production Manager. His last location was Cairo, Egypt, where he worked for 8 years prior to retiring in 2004. Don was a member of the VFW in Columbus Grove, OH, the American Legion Post 257 and ily and friends, and he enjoyed helping people however he could.
His true joy was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and their sporting events. He will be missed by many. Mr. Bowers is survived by his wife of 48 years, Ruth Bowers of Coldwater, his sons Lester H. (Kimberly) Bowers of Wapakoneta, OH and Charles A.
(Michelle) Bowers of Ottawa, OH; his brother John (Judy) Bowers of Lexington, KY; his sisters Dot (Rick) Williams of Hebron, OH and Debra Watts of Lucedale, MS; his grandchildren Jordan, Michael, Mackenzie, and Zachary Bowers; several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father Charlie Lamb; his brother Harold "Jack" Bowers; and his granddaughter Mikayla Bowers. Memorials may be directed to the American Cancer Society. www. dutcherfh.com.
DONALD BINKLEY WESTERVILLE Donald James Binkley, aka. Sugar Bear (age 68) of Westerville, Ohio, formerly of Fremont, Athens, Toledo, Upper Arlington, Huron, and Lima, died on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at Riverside Hospital in Columbus, Ohio. Sugar Bear, as he was known to his friends and enemies, was born October 31, 1946 to Harry and Margaret (McMahon) Binkley in Fremont, Ohio. He was preceded in death by both parents and a brother, Harry Jr. Sugar Bear graduated from Fremont Ross in 1964 and Davis Business College in 1969.
He also attended Ohio University and the University of Toledo. He married Bette Beckerman in 1968 and later divorced in 1986. Sugar Bear worked for Coca-Cola in Toledo and Columbus as a Data JOYCE KENNEDY FIELD Joyce A. Kennedy, age 75 of Waynesfield, died at 2:57 a.m., Monday, March 16, 2015 at Lima Memorial Health Care. She was born December 1, 1939 in Lima, Allen County, Ohio; the daughter of the late Levi and Loretta Prine Sanders.
On May 19, 1956 she married Donald Gene Kennedy, who died March 24, 2006. Mrs. Kennedy had worked at Cridersville Health Care as a house keeper. She was a member of the Waynesfield Baptist Church where she was very involved in church functions and active with the women's groups. She loved her grandchildren and attending the fairs where they showed their sheep.
Survivors include 5 children Roxy L. (David) Fogt of Lakeview; William Earl Kennedy of Lima; Donald L. (Julie) Kennedy of Lima; PAUL WAYNESFIELD Paul E. Krites, age 76, of Waynesfield died 2:25 a.m., Sunday March 15 at Cridersville Health Care. He was born Aug.
21, 1938 in Auglaize County to the late Kenneth and Grace Stiles Krites. He married Sheila N. Cox Nov. 3, 1962 and she survives in Uniopolis. Mr.
Krites had been a machinist at DANA and was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. He had served in the U.S. Marine Corps. Additional survivors include children Nikki (James) Ballinger and Steve Krites both of Lima, 3 grandchildren: Ashley Ballinger, Dylin Askins and Rachel Ballinger, a brother-in-law -Barry Cox and a nephew Kennedy of St. Johns; John F.
(Pam) Kennedy of St. Marys; 7 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; 7 siblings David, Leatha, Bridgett, Raymond, Norman, Shirley, and Susan. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter Lisa Kennedy and 8 deceased siblings. Funeral services will begin 10:30 a.m., Friday, March 20, 2015 at Bayliff Son Funeral Home, Cridersville. Pastor Don Smith will officiate.
Burial will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery, Lima. The family will receive friends from 2:00 4:00 and 6:00 8:00 p.m., Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made Waynesfield Baptist Church. Condolences may be shared at www.BayliffAndSon.com. KRITES Virgil E.
(Damita) Jerry (Tonya) Binkley. He was preceded in death by a brother Jerry and sister Janice Krites. The family will receive friends 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Wednesday a at Bayliff Son Funeral Home, Cridersville and on hour prior to services at the church. The funeral service will begin 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, March 19 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, Lima with Pastor Michael. Phillips officiating. Burial will follow in Fairmount Cemetery near Uniopolis where military rites will be provided by Memorial contributions may be given to Uniopolis Fire Department and online condolences may be shared at BayliffAndSon.com. JULIA LIBERT LIMA Julia Ann Libert, 96, of Lima, passed away Saturday March 14, 2015, at Lima Convalescent Home. She was born on January 18, 1919, in Daisy, PA to Alexander Esther (Papp) Ondo who preceded her in death.
She was married to Arthur Libert, who preceded her in death on December 12, 1997. She is survived by her two sons, Jim Libert, of Lima, Arthur Libert, of Columbus, and one brother John Ondo of Lima, OH, five grandchildren, and one great grandchild. Julia was preceded in death by her son David Libert, and her WAYNES- two brothers Alex and Ernest Ondo. Julia's son Jim would like to thank all of the caregivers at Lima Convalescent Home, and St. Rita's Hospice for their fine care and love.
Also, a special thank you to Kathy for all the love she gave his mother for eight years. A private family service will be held, with burial following at Allentown Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Lima Convalescent Home. Those wishing to leave a condolence online may do so at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com. SCHULZE MARIA STEIN Richard John Schulze, 87, diedat 4:05 a.m.
March 16, 2015, at Otterbein, St. Marys. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 10:30 a.m. Thursday Maria at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Stein.
The Rev. Gene Schnipke and the Rev. Ken Schroeder will officiate. Military rites by the Maria Stein Firing Squad will follow the Mass. Friends may call from 3 to 8 p.m.
Wednesday and 9 to 10 a.m. Thursday at Hogenkamp Funeral Home, Minster. Curves FOOD FEEDINEED DRIVE Call for details BRING IN YOUR Curves CANS FOR A ANNUAL $0 FEE SERVICE 419.223.0246 FOOD WE CAN 939 W. Market St. Suite 2, Lima, OH 45805 DRIVE FEED NEED Ends 3-31-151 Restrictions may Apply MALCUM PATTON NO Moose Lodge 2387 both in Fremont, IN.
Don had many hobbies including walking in the woods, playing cards with fam- Processing Manager, Distribution Manager and Market Segment Manager. He also owned two bars in Columbus: The Timken Inn, later known as skan*land, and The Downtown Pub. He also held General Manager positions with Denny's in Huron, Fazoli's in Lima, and The Olive Garden in Lima. Sugar Bear loved Ohio and was a fan of The Browns, Indians, Blue Jackets, Buckeyes, and The Ohio University Bobcats. Survivors include sons David (Jordan Kuntz) Binkley of Columbus and Christopher (Carissa) Binkley of Truckee, California.
There will be no visitations or service. Instead, buy yourself a drink and make an Irish toast to Sugar Bear. "May he get to heaven a half hour before the devil knows he's dead." ADA Malcum Patton, age 83, died on Sunday, March 15, 2015 at 2:29 AM at Richland Manor Nursing Home, Bluffton. He was born on February 29, 1932 in Marshallville, Kentucky to Willie and La Mae (Marshall) Patton who preceded him in death. In October of 1957 he married Faye Poe and she preceded him in death on March 11, 2013.
Malcum retired from Ford Motor Company after 30 years, where he worked as a tool chaser. He was a Army Veteran who served during the Korean War. He was a life member of the Ada VFW Post He was a member of the First Church of God in Lima. Surviving is a daughter, Robbie (Tony) Patton Thorpe of Ada, Ohio and a son, Malcum James "Jamie" (Michelle) Patton of Richwood; a granddaughter, Hailey Lynn ALICE Ohio. Alice was born on May 31, 1935, in Phoenix City, Alabama, to David Clay and Celia (Grant) Clay.
Both parents preceded her in death. She was a missionary and was a licensed Evangelist (COGIC) that loved to spend time with God, reading her Bible and singing. She is survived by: three daughters, Gwendolyn Randall, of Columbus, OH, Blythe D. Randall, of Lima, OH, Valerie (Calvin Giles, of Columbus, OH; a sister, Lula Tomlinson, of Lima, OH; four grandchildren, Tiffany (Bryan) James White, Robert L. James IV, Erica Cain (Austin) Patton; two brothers: Howard (Arlene) Patton and Lowell Patton of Lakeview.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Lorena Lynch Funeral services will begin at 11:00 AM on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada with Lloyd Salyer officiating. Burial will be in Preston Cemetery, Alger with graveside military rites conducted by the Ada VFW Post Friends may call 1 from 8:00 PM on Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada and until time of service on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Alzheimer's Association. Arrangements are by Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada. Condolences may be expressed at www.
hansonneely.com. LIMA Alice Ruth Doyle, 79, died at on Sunday, March 15, 2015, at Baton Rouge Senior Health Facility in Lima, DALE DUNLAP CENTERVILLE, Ind. Dale R. Dunlap, 68, of Centerville, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2015, at his home. He was born Jan.
16, 1947, in Lima to Ralph C. and Doris M. (Matson) Dunlap. On Dec. 30, 1967, he married the former Rosemarie T.
Westhoven, and soon after they came to this area to begin and raise their family. Mr. Dunlap was a member of Abington Christian Church. He worked for many years in Connersville, as an architectural draftsman for H.H. Robertson and H.P.H.
Associates, DOYLE Burroughs and Willian Cain III; seven great grandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; and several special friends Mrs. Hollingsworth, the Kidds and Bunchie (James). She is preceded in death by: two sisters, Ruby Hughes and Annie Nathan; two brothers, Willie Clay and Cornell Clay. The family will receive friends from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM on Thursday, March 19, 2015 at the In Faith Ministries Church. A Funeral Service will begin Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 1:00 P.M.
at the In Faith Ministries Church in Lima. Pastor Mike Lyons will officiate. Memorial contributions may be made to The Family. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com. before retiring in 2012.
He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Rosemarie T. Dunlap; a daughter, Amy L. (Michael) Vance; a son, Andrew Dunlap; three grandchildren, David and Elizabeth Lilly, and Ethan Westover; three great-grandsons, Kash, Jensen and Levi; two brothers, David and Earl Dunlap; a sister, Mary Jane Seyer; and nieces and nephews. Arrangements are entrusted to Waskom Capitol Hill Chapel, Cambridge City. Online condolences may be made at www.
waskoms.com. LOUCK BRADENTON, Fla. William Gene Louck, 85, died March 15, 2015, in Bradenton, Florida. Services will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday at ChilesLaman Funeral Cremation Services, Shawnee Chapel.
Pastor Doug Adams will officiate. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery. Friends may call from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. EBLEN ROCKFORD Raymond K.
"Butch" Eblen 60, died the morning of March 14, 2015, at Lutheran Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, where he had been a patient since March 10. Services will begin at noon Tuesday at Ketcham-Ripley Funeral Home in Rockford. Pastor Mark Rutledge will officiate. Burial of the cremains will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family with private graveside services, Friends may call from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the funeral home.
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