Marianne Martinez, 49 years, of Chillicothe, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, December 23, 2017, at her residence. Marianne was born in Pineville, Kentucky, on January 3, 1968, the daughter of John Roark and Carol Battreall Roark. Marianne worked with disadvantaged youth. Marianne was preceded in death by her mother Carol Battreall Roark. She is survived by her daughter, Sarah Roark, of Hamilton; her father, John Roark, of Peebles; one grandchild; and two sisters, Melissa Kuhn, of Shelby, Ohio, and Julie Blackburn, of Morrow. The family is planning a memorial service to be held at a later date. To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneral homes.com

Clarice Faye Knauff, age 85, of Blue Creek, Ohio, passed away Monday, December 25, 2017 at the SOMC Inpatient Hospice Unit. Mrs. Knauff was born on April 8, 1932 the daughter of the late Maxie and Hazel (Conrad) Knauff in Blue Creek, Ohio. Besides her parents she was preceded in death by a son Steven Lee Belcher, two sisters Brenda Knauff, Louise Koenig, two brothers Lester and Leroy Knauff. Mrs. Knauff is survived by her son Lawrence Belcher and Sharon Dillow of Blue Creek, Ohio; grandchild Carey Collier of Chillicothe, Ohio; two great-grandchildren Heath and Summer; sister-and- law Mary Ruth Knauff of Peebles, Ohio; nephews Chris Koenig of West Union, Ohio; Brent Koenig of West Portsmouth, Ohio; Brian Knauff of Peebles, Steve Knauff of Locust Grove, Ohio; Danny Knauff of Dayton, Ohio. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family in the East Liberty Cemetery following cremation. The Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home is serving the family. Family and friends can sign Mrs. Knauff’s online guestbook @www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.

Marvin Glenn Humphrey, 79, of Manchester, Ohio died Monday, December 25, 2017 at the Care Center at Kenton Pointe. He was born in Pax, West Virginia on January 22, 1938 to the late Cecil Carmen Humphrey and Edith Elizabeth (Douglas) Humphrey. He is to be cremated. Wilson Home for Funerals is assisting the family. Friends and family may sign our online guestbook at www.wilsonhomeforfunerals.com

Gladys C. Thompson age 90 years of Centerville, Ohio formerly of Adams County, passed away Thursday, December 28, 2017. Gladys was born on May 4, 1927 in Rarden, Ohio the daughter of the late Calvin and Essie (George) Hart. Besides her parents Glady’s was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Thompson and a son Roger Thompson. Gladys was a homemaker and farmer and loved her family. Mother you have been so patient and with tears we say goodbye, Our hearts are heavily burdened; Jesus knows just why we cry, You’ve often soothed our aching foreheads and you’ve touched our fevered brows, but your cold form cannot hear us; death has called your from us now Grandma, how we loved you; how we long to meet you there, Where no troubles to grieve us; where there’ll be no vacant chair, Heaven has received our treasures; Grandma has been called above Jesus wants to lead us onward; let him guide us by his love. He has said, “Come all who are laden, and I will give thee rest.” Precious Mother and dear Grandma we will meet you with the blest. Survivors include her son Earl Thompson and wife Judy of Centerville, Ohio; daughter in law Donna Thompson of Winchester, Ohio; eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and several great-great- grandchildren, and several cousins and friends. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, at 1:00PM at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home with Phil Fulton officiating. Burial will follow in the West Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM the day of the service. Family and friends can sign Gladys’s online guestbook @www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Rachel Savage Hite, age 62, of Xenia, passed away at Hospice of Dayton in Dayton on Sunday, December 17, 2017. She was born on March 23, 1955 in West Union, Ohio, the youngest daughter of the late Charles W. Savage and Gracie Mae Gustin Savage. She is also preceded in death by five sisters: Bernice Myers, Louvina Savage, Martha Crothers, Mary Whaley and Olive Satterfield, and by a brother, Ira Savage. She married Thomas Hite on June 15, 1974. She is survived by her husband, Rev. Thomas Hite; daughters, Jenifer (Nick) Alger of Ada, Ohio, Heather Hite Xenia, Ohio, and Ruth (Jeff) Kempf of Pandora, Ohio; grandchildren, Maeby Alger, Cash Alger, Fox Alger, Kayana Nakamura, Anna Kempf, Grady Kempf, Charlie Kempf and Sawyer Kempf; a sister, Betty (Jack) Outram; and four brothers; William (Nancy) Savage, Jerry (Bobbie) Savage, Charles (Carol) Savage and John (Jeannie) Savage. She attended the Evangelical United Methodist Church in Xenia. Rachel loved the Lord and served in several churches alongside her husband as well as ministries of her own. Her children and her grandchildren were always her greatest pride and joy and she loved them immensely. She had many close friends who she treasured. On Saturday, January 6th the family will receive visitors from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at Evangelical United Methodist Church, 195 W 3rd St, Xenia, Ohio. A Celebration of Life service will be held at noon following the visitation. The family requests that memorial donations be made to Evangelical United Methodist Church or Hospice of Dayton. Arrangements are in care of McColaugh Funeral Home Xenia, Ohio. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.mccolaughfuneralhome.com

Chester (Chet) Lee Sininger, 87, passed away on December 14, 2017 at his home. He was preceded in death by his son Timmy Craig, parents Raymond and Ruth Sininger, and brothers Bob (Toni), John (Elsie), Harry (Katie), Tom (Shirley), and Jim (Eleanor). Chet is survived by his son, Daniel and daughter-in- law Melinda of San Ramon, CA, grandson, Kevin of Charlotte, NC, granddaughter, Megan of San Ramon, CA, and brothers Bill (Bessie) of West Union, Ralph (Jane) of Georgetown, Harold (Betty) of Georgetown, sisters Miriam (Dale) Swearingen of Medina, Eleanor (Bud) of Georgetown, many nieces and nephews and their families, and Betty Sininger/Weimer. After graduating from West Union High School, Chet was employed by Dorton Implement Co. before being drafted into the Army. He was stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado during the Korean War years. After his discharge, Chet was employed with City Loan and Savings in West Union, Hillsboro, and Circleville, OH. Later, Chet managed the loan departments at Hocking Valley Bank and Bank One in Athens, OH before retiring. He relocated back to West Union and once there, was convinced to return into the banking business at the 5th/3rd Bank in Manchester, OH from where he later permanently retired. Chet was an active member in the community and was a member of the Masonic Lodge in Athens, OH. He was always interested in and followed all levels of sports. Chet personally played on both baseball and golf teams during his early years and enjoyed watching/attending various other sporting events. Chet also enjoyed antique cars and participated in several Antique Car Shows. Chet cherished his trips to his son, Daniel’s alma mater of Ohio University, his grandchildren’s universities of Purdue (Kevin) and Tulane (Megan), and also his annual trips with family members (brothers and nephews) to high school basketball playoffs at both Ohio University and Columbus, OH, rooting for the local teams. Chet will be remembered for his kindness, helpfulness and strong ties to his family. He will be tremendously missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be given to Ohio University in the name of Chester Sininger. Funeral Arrangements: Visitation- Saturday, January 6 (10:00am – noon) with service to follow Thompson/Meeker Funeral Home 216 W. Mulberry St., West Union, OH. Burial at Kirker Cemetery State Rt 136, West Union, OH

Neil Shivener Jr. age 47 years of Blue Creek, Ohio, passed away Saturday December 30, 2017 at the Hospice of Hope Inpatient Center at the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Neil was born on November 3, 1970 the son of Neil and Carmen (Miranda) Shivener Sr. in Adams County, Ohio. Neil was preceded in death by his grandparents John and Faye Miranda, Chester and Florence Shivener, and Elizabeth Owens, father-in- law Butch Hodge. Neil was a heavy equipment operator for John R. Jergurson Construction Company, a member of the Local #18 Operators Union, a member of the Gospel Lighthouse Chapel. Neil loved his horses, bluegrass music and most of all his family. Survivors include his wife of 25 years Angela (Hodge) Shivener of Blue Creek, Ohio; parents Neal and Carmen (Miranda) Shivener Sr. of Blue Creek, Ohio; daughter Karissa (Shivener) Sparks and Tyler of Seaman, Ohio; son Neil Shivener III of Blue Creek, Ohio; brother Kenny Shivener and Kellie of Blue Creek, Ohio; mother-in- law Marsha VonderBrink and Kevin of Maysville, KY; two brother in laws Jody Hodge of Morehead, KY; Roger Hodge and Stephanie of Maysville, KY; sister in law Cassie Hodge of West Union, OH; also many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 4, 2018 at 1:00 PM at the Gospel Lighthouse Chapel under the direction of the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home with Mike Bender and Clarence Abbott officiating. Burial will follow in the Moores Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 3, 2018 from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home. Family and friends can sign Neil’s online guestbook @www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.

Lawrence J Reynolds passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017 at the Mt. Orab Mercy Medical Center.  Lawrence was born November 15, 1935 in Adams County, OH the son of the late JB and Beulah (Fisher) Reynolds.  He grew up in Decatur and after marriage moved to Georgetown. He was an active member of the Georgetown Church of Christ and attended faithfully every Sunday. He was a member of the Georgetown Masonic Lodge and Shriners of Cincinnati. He retired from Cincinnati Milacron where he worked for 40 years. He served his country for 36 months and was in Korea for 12 of those months. He was proud to serve his country. He is survived by Phyllis, his loving wife of 62 years. To this union two sons were born – Lonnie (Kim) Reynolds and Larry (Jamie) Reynolds and one grandson Lee Reynolds. He is also survived by his sister Joyce (Doug) Carter and brother Dale (Lisa) Reynolds. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends, but his good deeds will remain in our hearts forever as he was always ready to lend a hand to everyone. Private Services will be held at the convenience of the family. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Georgetown Church of Christ, 149 Hamer Rd, Georgetown, OH 45121. Friends and Families may sign Lawrence’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com.

Jerry Lee Kayser age 77 years of North Bend, Ohio, passed away Monday, January 1, 2018 at his residence. Jerry was born March 5, 1940 the son of the late Clayton Ellsworth and Theresa Belle (Belcher) Kayser in Portsmouth, Ohio. Jerry was preceded in death by a brother Marshall Lyn Kayser. Jerry graduated from Manchester High School and after graduation Jerry served in the United States Army from 1958 to 1962 and was honorably discharged. Jerry worked as a First Class Repairman of CG&E for 17 years, he was a proud member of the Rome Masonic Lodge #535 and the Lawrenceburg #4 Free American Masons, and a member of the American Legion Post 23 Portsmouth, Ohio. Jerry “AKA River Rat” as he liked to be called, loved attending events with the Rocky Mountain National Rendezvous Bosshway in Colorado. He had a found enjoyment of Native American Culture and participating in activities related to The Trail of Tears. He participated in the performance of Blue Jacket and even loved camping in authentic Wigwams and camping in his personal Tee Pee. He collected artifacts such as buckskins, tomahawks and Dream Catchers and collected buckeyes. He had old rifles and black powder muzzle loaders. Jerry was an avid University of Kentucky Basketball fan. He had good friends he enjoyed visiting from Colorado David and Kim Ritchie. Jerry loved wearing his cowboy boots and listening to the country singers Reba McEntire and George Jones. He even had pictures with these singing legends in his house. He will be greatly missed by those who loved him and shard in his life. Survivors include his children, sisters Mary Ruth Parker of Batavia, Ohio; Beverly Jo Kayser of Cincinnati, Ohio; Carol an Cannon of Macon Georgia; brother Larry “Paul” Kayser of Macon Georgia; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Graveside services will be held on Friday, January 5, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the McKendree Cemetery under the direction of Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home, West Union, Ohio, with military services by the Scioto County Honor Guard. Memorials can be made to the Rome Masonic Lodge #535 at 3164 US RT 52 Stout, Ohio, 45684. Family and friends can sign Jerry’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

Michael N. Davis, 61 years of Hillsboro, passed away Saturday, December 30, 2017. Mike was born May 6, 1956 in Hillsboro, the son of Wilbur N. and Ruth A. (Martin) Davis of Hillsboro. Mike was a 1974 graduate of Hillsboro High School; attended Ohio Northern University; a 1978 graduate of the 101st Academy Class of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Mike retired in 1999 after 22 years of service from the Ohio State Highway Patrol. In 2000 Mike started a career in banking with First State Bank. Mike was a former DeMolay Member; 1996 Trooper of the Year at the Georgetown Post; Treasurer of the Ohio Troopers Coalition; Past President of the Ohio Troopers Caring and was serving as the Secretary of the Hillsboro Rotary Club. Beside his parents Wilbur and Ruth Davis, Mike is survived by his wife Rhonda J. (Rawlins) Davis who were united in marriage on September 15, 1979. He is survived by two sons, Gregory M. (Whitney S.) Davis of Circleville, OH. and Nicholas G. Davis of Cincinnati, OH.; two daughters, Kristin M.L. (Robert P.) Finnerty of Howard, OH. and Jaimee R. Davis of Cincinnati, OH.; three grandchildren, Sage Finnerty, Madison Finnerty and Gideon G. Davis; one sister, Debra J. (Michael) Fenner of Washington C.H., OH.; two nephews, Cory (Ashley) Fenner and Kyle (Kara) Fenner; father-in- law and mother-in- law, Kenny and Connie Rawlins of Jackson, OH.; several aunts, uncles, great nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. Funeral service will be held 12:00 P.M. Saturday, January 6, 2018 at the Hillsboro Church of Christ, 155 West Walnut Street, Hillsboro, OH. with Dave J. Houghton officiating. Burial will follow in the New Market Baptist Cemetery. Friends may call Friday from 4:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Hillsboro Church of Christ and Saturday from 10:00 A.M. until service time at the Hillsboro Church of Christ. Family requests memorials to the donor’s favorite charity.

Carl Richard Jones, 73 years, of Peebles, passed away on Sunday, December 31, 2017, at the Crestwood Ridge Skilled Nursing and Rehab, in Hillsboro. Carl was born in Peebles, Ohio, on March 5, 1944, the son of the late William Jones and Audra O’Dell Jones. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by a sister, Marie Jones. He is survived by his wife, Garnett Marie Esquibel Jones, whom he married on September 9, 1963. Carl is also survived by his son, Carlton Jones, of Seaman; and five daughters, Cheryl (David) Whisman, of Ripley; Teresa Jones, of West Union; Deborah Hall, of Seaman; Billie Jo Hall, of Miamisburg; and Denise (Dwayne) Behymer, of Mt. Orab. He also leaves behind four brothers, Ray Jones, of Hillsboro; and Keith Jones, Tony Jones, and Bob Jones, all of Seaman. Carl will be missed by his thirteen grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Thursday, January 4, 2018, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, in Peebles. The ceremony will be officiated by Daniel McCann. Burial will follow at the Tranquility Cemetery, in Seaman. Family and friends may pay their respects to the family from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM, Thursday morning, prior to the cemetery, at the funeral home. To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

Roger Dean Robinson, 55, passed away Monday, January 1, 2018. He was born March 27, 1962 in Maysville, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Ronnie Robinson. Dean is survived by his mother, Hester Sue (Bilyeu) Robinson; brother, Craig; sister, Sheri; his wife, Rachel; sons, Zachery Robinson and Samuel Grooms; daughters, Kayliegh Robinson and Daisy Grooms; many special cousins, nieces and nephews, and longtime special friends, Gene Laney and Chad Lewis. Dean was a former employee of GE in Peebles and a carpenter. He was enjoying retirement to the fullest and riding as hard as he lived his life. The visitation is 4 until 6 pm Friday, January 5, 2018 at Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. A private burial service will be at the family cemetery in West Union. Family and friends will be having a drink at the VFW in Manchester where Dean was a member to celebrate a life well lived to the fullest. Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union is serving the family.

The earthly journey of life began Nov. 6, 1926 for James Edenfield Foster on a farm near Winchester in Adams County, Ohio, and concluded Dec. 25, 2017 in Austin, Texas. He has now joined his beloved wife, Alice Louise, for eternity.
Jim Foster was the son of Paul Garland and Josie Evelyn Edenfield Foster. He attended and graduated from Purdue University, University of Nebraska, and George Washington University with advanced degrees in engineering and computer science.
Colonel Foster was a 33-year veteran of the United States Army, a man of dedication to family, to duty, and to country. He volunteered to his country’s call for service during World War II, and continued his service through Korea, Vietnam, and the Cold War. He was a highly decorated officer having served in various command and staff roles throughout his distinguished career. He was the Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Computer Systems Command, when he retired and moved to Austin in 1977.
In 1948 at Fort Lewis, Washington, he met and married the love of his life, Alice “Louise” Roberts. Their marriage of 54 years was blessed with three daughters and one son:  Anita Louise Foster Carroll (Robert), Goode, Va.; Anna Kathleen Foster Stern (James), Austin, Texas, who passed away in 2013; Patricia Allene Foster, Asheville, NC, who passed away in 2009; and James Christopher Foster (Karen), Nixa, Missouri.
His seven grandchildren and four great-grandchildren will also miss him greatly:  Sheri McAdams Nelson (David) and daughter, Brooke; Shelley McAdams; Ashley Beard and son, Caleb; Sandra Stern Barron (Oliver); Steven Stern (Marett) and son, Sorin; Jamie Foster Rodriguez (Marcos) and daughter, Alannah; and Kevin Foster.
Colonel Foster was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Alice Louise, in 2002; two of his daughters; his parents; his younger brother, Walter Donald Foster; and younger sisters: Alice Florence Foster Frost and Nellie Lee Foster Elliott; and sons-in-law:  Captain Thomas Arthur McAdams (K.I.A. Vietnam in 1969) and Alan James Beard.
After his military service. he embarked on another successful career in public purchasing and education. He instituted statewide contracts for the procurement of computer related and highly technical equipment used by Texas state agencies and universities. The National Institute of Governmental Purchasing specially honored him with a national award in 1982 for his expertise and tax-saving methodologies, which benefited the state of Texas and others. He instituted and conducted an education program for purchasers within the Texas Dept. of Transportation and taught similar courses at the University of Texas, Austin. For his many and varied contributions to the state of Texas, Colonel Foster was honored by being appointed an “Admiral in the Texas Navy” by Texas Governor William P. Clements on Dec. 3, 1990.
Jim was a member of the Rotary Club of Austin-Oak Hill, which honored him as “Rotarian of the Year: 2003-2004”, “Service Above Self Award: 2006-2007”, and “Rotary District 5870 Roll of Fame: 2008”.
He enjoyed gardening, landscaping, oil painting, and reading. He will be remembered for his extensive genealogy research and documentation on several branches of his family ancestry. As a devoted family man and friend, he embodied integrity, rational thinking, faithfulness to God, appreciation of nature, stewardship of resources, courage during adversity, strength of character, high moral values, perseverance, loyalty, fairness, and unconditional love. He inspired both family and friends with his charisma and mischievous sense of humor. His spontaneous smile and friendly personality will always be an inspiration to everyone he encountered.
He shall rest for eternity alongside his beloved “Louise” in the Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens, Oak Hill, Austin, Texas, with other cherished members of his family. Visitation will be held on Friday, Jan. 5 from 6- 8 p.m. at Cook-Walden/Forest Oaks Memorial Gardens with a memorial service to be held there on Saturday, Jan. 6 at 10 a.m. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.mem.com.
The family offers special thanks to the nurses and staff at Stonebridge Health Center, who loved and treated him like family during his last months of life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, The Salvation Army, Rotary International, a veterans organization, or any family literacy program.

Martha (Staten) Hayslip, 76, of West Union, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the Adams County Regional Medical Center in Seaman, Ohio. She was born May 19, 1941 in Adams County, Ohio. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmund and Hazel (Howard) Staten; husband, Berlin Hayslip, Sr.; sister, Rosemary (Staten) Staggs; two brothers: Kenneth Staten and John D. Staten. Martha is survived by two sons: Berlin Hayslip, Jr. and wife Linda of Lynx, and James Hayslip and wife Jonna of West Union; three sisters: Virginia Copas and Beulah Ayers of West Union, and Emily Browning of Columbus; two brothers: David Staten and Oliver Staten, both of West Union; five grandchildren; four great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Martha had worked as a nurse’s aide for several years. She attended the Mt. Armenia Church in Lynx. The visitation is from 5 until 7 pm Thursday, January 4, 2018 at Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. The funeral is at 11 am on Friday with Pastor Chet Whaley officiating. Burial will be at East Liberty Cemetery in Lynx. Lafferty Funeral Home of West Union is serving the family.

Becky Shoemaker, 94 years, of the Locust Grove Community near Peebles, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at the Adams County Regional Medical Center. Becky was born in Adams County, on December 23, 1923, the daughter of the late William and Mary Swogger Houchen. In addition to her parents, Becky was preceded in death by her husband, Earl Shoemaker; daughters Peggy Dupree and Betty Shoemaker; son Rick Shoemaker; as well as a brother, Paul Houchen. She is survived by two sons, Harry (Kendra) Shoemaker; and Dan (Nancy) Shoemaker; both of Peebles; and three daughters, Ruth Ann (Russell) Newman, of Peebles; Glenna (James) Cochran, of Waverly; and Janet (Melvin) Plank, of Flemingsburg; as well as 33 grandchildren, 76 great-grandchildren, and 45 great, great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Tuesday, January 9, 2018, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, in Peebles. The ceremony will be officiated by Bill Swango. Burial will follow at the Locust Grove Cemetery. Family and friends may pay their respects to the family from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Tuesday morning, prior to the cemetery, at the funeral home. To sign our online guestbook, please visit  www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

Peggy J Potts, 58 years, of Peebles, Ohio, passed away on Friday, January 5, 2018, at her home. Peggy was born in Maysville, Kentucky, on March 26, 1959, the daughter of the late Harold Wheeling and Joyce Hosier Wheeling. In addition to her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her sister Lucy Wagner. She is survived by her son, Shannon (Rachel) Potts, of Piketon, and five daughters, Crystal Potts, of West Union; Jennifer Potts, Victoria Potts, Mandy Potts, and Rebecca Setty, all of Peebles. Peggy also leaves behind a brother, John Wheeling, of Peebles; a sister, Jane Culwell, of Alabama; three grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, January 7, 2018, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, in Peebles. Burial will follow at the Smith Hill Cemetery. Family and friends may pay their respects to the family from 12:00 PM until 2:00 PM Sunday, prior to the funeral service, at the funeral home. To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

Virginia Grooms, age 89 years of West Union,  passed away Monday, Jan. 8, 2018 at the Hospice of Hope Ohio Valley Inpatient Center in Seaman, Ohio.  Virginia was born Sept. 2, 1928 in Mason County, Ky. the daughter of the late Lewis and Winnie (Bervard) Bean.  Besides her parents, Virginia was preceded in death by her husband Coleman Grooms and son-in-law Lee Heston.
Virginia was a member of the West Union Christian Union Church and many local organizations.
Survivors include daughter Sally Heston of Kensington, Ohio; son Chester Grooms and Charlotte of West Union; grandchildren, Matthew Heston and Lucy, Amy May and Tony, Adam Grooms and Rachel; and great grandchildren, Cole May, Colin May, Harrison Heston and Darby Heston.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday Jan. 11, 2018 at 1 p.m.at the Thompson Meeker Funeral Home in West Union with Brian Justice officiating.  Burial will follow in the West Union Cemetery.  Visitation will be held the day of the service from 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. at the funeral home.

Gregory H. Tepe, RPh, age 60, passed away suddenly on Jan. 5, 2018.  He was the loving husband of Madonna Tepe, cherished father of Greg Tepe, Mark (Megan) Tepe, and John (Miranda) Tepe, grandfather of Braylon, Garrett, Keagan, Cameron, Kenley, and Clara, dear brother of Debbie (Mike) Lenz and Doug (Donna) Tepe, uncle to Michael (Elena) Lenz, Amy Lenz, Kristin Tepe ,Brian Tepe, Michelle (Todd) Whipple, Dr. Matt (Dr. Whitney) Blanton, great-uncle of four, and brother-in-law of Susan Thomas, Mark (Debbie) Barnes, and son-in-law of Wendell Barnes.
Gregory was preceded in death by parents Harry and Jackie Tepe, and mother-in-law Doris Barnes.
He was a member of the Harrison Flying Club, enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and grandkids.
Visitation will be held on Jan. 14, 2018 from 11 a.m. -1 p.m. until time of service at 1 p.m. at the Spring Grove Funeral Homes, 4389 Spring Grove Ave. 45223. Interment will be in in Spring Grove Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to The Amy Lenz Special Needs Trust, c/o Spring Grove Funeral Homes.

Justin Dwayne Richmond, age 31 of Manchester, born on July 24, 1986, earned his wings on Jan. 6, 2018 in Lakeville, Minn.  He is survived by his parents, Sharon (Mike) Anderson of Manchester and Charlie (Nancy) Richmond of Liberty, SC; his wife Melissa Richmond of Celina, Ohio; one daughter, Paige Lovelace of Kansas; and two grandchildren.
He is also survived by brothers Dusty Richmond of Seaman, Colt (Leigh) Richmond of Manchester, Dillon (Dakota) Raines of Manchester, Curtis (Emily) Anderson of Peebles, Kodi and Dereck Richmond of Liberty, SC; and one sister Alyssa (Shaun) Boggs of Bainbridge, Ohio;  Mother in Law Betty Houser of Rockford, Ohio;. Brother in Laws Mike Houser of Rockford, Ohio; Matt Houser of Ohio; and several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews that he loved with all his heart, many friends, and brothers and sisters in arms.
The maternal grandparents are Jim and Lola Stewart of Seaman along with paternal grandparent Donna Richmond of Stout.  He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather Ernie Richmond of Stout.
Justin attended West Union High School and the OVCTC where he played baseball, and graduated in 2005.  He was full of life, loved his family, an avid gamer, and loved being outdoors, especially hunting.  He went from playing with toy guns to paintball guns to guns to defend our country.  He was well known for his “Million Dollar Smile”.
Justin proudly served in the United States Army with the rank of Specialist from Feb. 8, 2007 to April 7, 2013, in the Military Police Company.  While in the service he served two tours, one in Iraq and the other in Afghanistan.  He earned the Bronze Star while serving in Afghanistan and also earned many other medals, badges, citations, and campaign ribbons from his service.
Although he was not presently actively serving in the Army, he had found his calling by working for a non-profit organization (Dancing Sky Ranch) in Minnesota that provides outdoor therapy to veterans, handicapped children, and others with disabilities.  He was always willing to help and would go above and beyond just to make one smile.
Services will be held on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018 at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union.  Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. with funeral services to follow with Ricky Richmond officiating.  His final resting place will be at the Sandy Springs Cemetery with Military Graveside Services provided by the Adams County Honor Guard.
Memorials may be made to the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home.

Geneva Shivener age 55 years of Manchester, Ohio passed away Tuesday, January 9, 2018. Geneva was born March 24, 1962 the daughter of late Michael Thurman and Geneva Ruth (Wilson) Gaffin in West Union, Ohio. Survivors include her husband Michael W. Shivener of Manchester, OH; one daughter Lauren Shivener of Manchester, OH; two sons Michael J. Shivener and Tanji of Maysville, KY; Jared Shivener and Brooke of Manchester, OH; three sisters Rosie Copas and Ron of Seaman, OH; Lois Morgan and Tony of Bethel, OH; Karen Rolph of Manchester, OH; three brothers Michael Gaffin and Donna of Ocala, FL; John Gaffin and Sherry of Manchester, OH; Dewey Sweet of West Union, OH; three grandchildren Jared Shivener Jr., Lucia Shivener and Maggie Shivener. Nieces Tabbi Spires of Manchester, OH; Tiffany Rolph of Manchester, OH; Hillary Gaffin of Cincinnati, OH; nephews Gary Davis of Seaman, OH; Blake Blevins of Manchester, OH; John Marshall Gaffin of Batavia, OH. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. The Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home is serving the family. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Family and friends can sign Geneva’s online guestbook @www.meekerfuneralhomes.com