Betty Lou Parsons age 81 years of Peebles passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at her residence. Mrs. Parsons was born on December 12, 1936 the daughter of the late Thomas and Flossie (Wiggins) Wright in Wichita Falls, Texas. Betty was preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Parsons. Betty enjoyed playing music and playing Bingo and was a member of the Eastern Star. Survivors include three sons Darin Parsons of Clermont County, Ohio; Randall Parsons of Peebles, Ohio; Willard McCarn of California; two daughter-in- laws Valerie Parsons of Peebles, Ohio; Hope Love of Clermont County, Ohio; one brother Odell Wright of California; six grandchildren Jackie Parsons, Charlene Parsons, Kati Parsons, Jennifer Parsons, Destiny Parsons, Willard McCarn Jr. and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home, West Union, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Marble Furnace Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 to 1:00 the day of the service. Family and friends can sign Betty’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

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Constance “Joye” Shoemaker, 83 years of Peebles, passed away Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, at the Hospice of Hope Inpatient Center in Seaman. She was born in Fort Hill, Ohio on June 12, 1934, the daughter of the late John B. and Gertrude (Douglas) Countryman. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mearyl D Shoemaker who passed away on Nov. 2, 2015; sister, Julia E Countryman; brothers, John Lee, Neil, and Kevin Countryman; and one grandson, Chuck Purtee. Joye is survived by one son, Timothy G (Linda) Shoemaker of Peebles; daughters, Charity A (Monti) Mallow of Ripley, Ohio and Susan E. (Dale) Humphries of Sinking Spring, Ohio; brothers, Charles (Ada) Countryman of Peebles, Gary (Pam) Countryman of Dayton, and Paul (Teresa) Countryman of Peebles; grandchildren, Kimberly Purtee Knauff, Bryan Humphres, Elizabeth Haggerty, Angela Hardyman, Jeremy Mallow, Sarah Lisboa, Valerie Kennedy, and Alison Devine; nine great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Joye was a member of the Sinking Spring Community Church. Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 at 1 p.m. at the Wylie Thompson Funeral Home in Sinking Spring. Friends and family may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. The family asks that donations be made to the Sinking Spring Community Church.

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Tommy Wolfe, 33 years, of Seaman, passed away at his home, on Thursday, February 15, 2018.

Tommy was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 1, 1984, the son of Richard and Michelle Lucky Wolfe.

In addition to his parents, Tommy is survived by his wife, Jaclyn Baker Wolfe; a son, Wyatt Wolfe, and a daughter, Jasmine Sheeley, both of Seaman. Tommy also leaves behind five brothers, Bub Wolfe, of Seaman; Eddie Byrne, of Arizona; Kenny Byrne, of Kentucky; BJ Wolfe and JR Wolfe, both of Seaman; and a sister, Heather Wolfe, of Florida. Tommy also leaves behind several dear nieces and nephews, Jessica, Darren, Charles, Kevin, Kaje, and Aaralynn.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 11:00 AM, at the Lewis-Sullivan Chapel, in Seaman. Burial will follow at the Mt. Leigh Cemetery, in Seaman.

Family and friends may pay their respects to the immediate family during visitation hours two hours prior to the service, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, February 17, 2018, at the Lewis-Sullivan Funeral Chapel, in Seaman.

To sign our online guest book, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Bill Singer, 57 years, formally of Peebles passed away at his home in Howell Michigan on Friday Feb 2, 2018. He was born on December 25, 1961 in Las Vegas, Nevada the son of Gene and Anna (Ford) Singer. Bill is survived by his mother, Anna Singer of Peebles; wife, Debra Smithson-Singer of Michigan; daughter, Samantha Singer (James Lamb) of Cincinnati; three step- daughters, Sylvia Bowen, Holly Boudrie, and Jamie Roumendapp of Michigan; brother, Dave (Pam) Singer of Kingston, OH; sisters, Julie (Randy) Brodt of Sardinia, and Pam (Mark) Sanders of Anderson Township, OH; one grandchild and five step- grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at the convince of the family. Burial will be at Locust Grove Cemetery Friends and Family may call from 6:00 PM till 8:00 PM on Monday February 5, 2018 at the Funeral Home in Peebles. To sign our online guest book, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

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Esther A. Stinson of Mt. Orab, Ohio, formerly of Cherry Fork, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2018 at the age of 91. Esther was the beloved mother of Robert D. (Pam) Stinson and Duane E. (Ricquel) Stinson; loving grandmother of Marc, Todd, Beth, Brandon and Brett; caring great-grandmother of Gabby, Michaela, Maureen, Mae, Parker, Carter and Elijah; and loving aunt of many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth D. Stinson; her parents, Charles Emery and Ethel Esther Daulton; her aunt, Goldeigh May Eldridge; two brothers, Robert P. Daulton and Milburn Daulton; and two sisters, Opal P. Blair and Garnet Kidder.
Mrs. Stinson was a lifetime member of the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church.
Friends will be received from 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2018 at the Megie Funeral Home in Mt. Orab. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018 at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Mt. Orab Cemetery.
Memorial donations may be directed to the Mt. Orab United Methodist Church, the American Diabetes Association, or Hospice of Hope.

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Harry R. Buttelwerth, passed away on January 3, 2018 at the age of 89. He leaves behind his beloved and dear wife of 41 years, Peggy (Greenlee/Dryden) Buttelwerth. Harry was proud and loving father to his children Beverle (Kenneth) Rosemeyer, Harry (Denise) Buttelwerth, Marcia Buttelwerth and Joseph Buttelwerth and stepson Randy (Teresa) Dryden. Harry’s loving family includes 13 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren all who loved summer holiday’s at Grandpa and Grandma’s pool which were among Harry’s happiest days. Harry was born the second of ten children to Harry J. and Elizabeth Helen Buttelwerth on February 19, 1928. He learned meaning of family love and commitment from his parents, brothers and sisters. Cherished brother of Donald (Ada) Buttelwerth, Margaret Klingensmith, Donna Zloba and Drs. Judy (James) Meyers and brother-in- law of Lois Buttelwerth and Nancy Buttelwerth. Preceeded in death by his parents and siblings – John & Rhea Buttelwerth, Helen & Robert Schwiegeraht, Frank Buttelwerth, Larry Buttelwerth, Geoann & Lou Eckstein, Glenn Klingensmith, Paul Zloba. Harry graduated from Elder High School and Xavier High School where he earned a reputation for being an accomplished Drum Major during all four years until graduating from both schools. He entertained and taught many students his award winning baton twirling abilities while competing with his brothers and sister, Donna. He was employed with Hill & Griffith and Sun Chemical of Cincinnati. He accomplished many feats and was elected to many positions. The following are a few of his many positions.

 Administrator/Sanitarian for Adams County’s Board of Health.
 Local, District and State Commander of AMVETS Post 42
 President of Veterans Assoc. of St. Commanders and Adjutants
 Member of West Union Volunteer Fire Dept. for more than 25 years.
 Secretary of Southwestern Ohio Firefighters Association
 Treasurer of the Village of West Union
 Member of Adams County/Ohio Valley Board of Education
 Member of Budget Committee for Holy Trinity Catholic Church

And perhaps the one position which changed his life immensely was:  President of Southwestern Ohio Region-Parents without Partners where he met the joy and love of his life – his wonderful wife and devoted, Peggy. Harry wished there to be no flowers, only one yellow rose on the altar. If anyone would care to make any donations please make them to Holy Trinity Catholic Church in West Union in Harry’s name. Special thanks to the past and present pastors of Holy Trinity – Father Ted Kosse and Father Adam Puntel. The comfort and grace of God were present with their continued support and friendship during Harry’s illness. Special recognition and thanks to Dr. William Hablitzel and Ms. Dawne Hamilton who were more than a medical team but were great and caring friends, who went above and beyond to comfort and care for Harry, and support his family, in the final months of his life. Also, special gratitude to Hospice of Hope at Adams County Regional Medical Center. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home of West Union, Ohio. His memorial mass will be held Saturday 2/17/18 (three days before he would have turned 90) at 1:00 P.M., to be immediately followed by a luncheon held at Holy Trinity’s reception hall located behind the church. Please join his family as they celebrate the love and joy he showered all of us.

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Lowell Duffey passed away February 6, 2018 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born in Tranquility, Ohio to the late William Carl Duffey and Carrie Viola Duffey. Duffey attended and graduated from Seaman Public Schools in Seaman, Ohio; Maryville College in Tennessee with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology; Kansas State University with a Master’s Degree in Zoology; and Indiana University with a Doctorate in Zoology. He taught courses in Zoology, Anatomy, Embryology, Genetics, Cell Biology, and Evolution for over thirty-five years, holding positions at colleges and universities in Alabama, Arkansas, South Dakota, and Texas. He retired from Jacksonville State University, Alabama, where he was honored as Professor Emeritus of Biology. He was very proud of his students, especially those who became scientists, nurses, CNAs, and physicians. Duffey is survived by his wife, Joyce Lenderman Duffey; son, Tim Duffey; daughter, Susan Duffey Campbell and husband, Michael, all of Colorado Springs; son, Chris Duffey and wife, Debbie of Clackamas, Oregon; and grandchildren, Ruth Campbell and husband, Matt Nykiel, Jessica Duffey, Angus Campbell, and Michaela Duffey. Duffey was a member of the American Institute of Biological Sciences, American Association for the Advancement of Science, the American Association of Anatomists, and Sigma Xi. Outside of his teaching and research, Duffey enjoyed pheasant hunting and fishing in South Dakota, especially with former student and friend, Rock Boyd, MD. In retirement, he and his friend, Marcia Peura of California, researched and wrote a book on the history of the Cross, Duffey, and Ramsay Families. Arrangements by: The Springs Funeral Services, Colorado Springs, Colorado, www.tsfs.co

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Larry Graham, 77, of Peebles, Ohio passed away on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at Christ Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio. He was born October 3, 1940 in Meigs Township in Adams County. He was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Emma (Hall) Graham, and son, Mick Graham. Larry is survived by his wife, Dena (Crothers) Graham of Peebles; daughter, Tami Graham of Peebles; and many nieces and nephews. Larry retired after 31 years as a crane operator for the Ohio Department of Transportation. After his retirement, he operated his own trucking business for 24 years. Larry was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He was a member of the Free and Accepted Masons Highland Lodge #38 in Hillsboro. At his request, Larry will be cremated. The family will have a memorial service at a later date. Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union is serving the family.

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Roger W. Fisher, age 79 years of West Union, passed away Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018 at the Adams County Manor. Roger was born Dec. 8, 1938, the son of the late Guy and Kate (Newman) Fisher in Adams County, Ohio. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his sisters, Leah Rae Davis and Marilynn Adams, and his brother Ronald Lee Fisher. Roger was a carpenter, masonry, and worked with concrete for 50 years. He attended the Solid Rock Ministry. Roger was a former member of the Manchester Fire Department and a Mason. Survivors include his wife Barbara Ann (Hafer) Fisher of West Union; daughters Angie Crothers and Eddie of West Union, Kathy Miller and Tim of Milford, Ohio, Rae Jean Tarter of Milford, Ohio, and Kim Wiederhold and Frank of Batavia, Ohio; step daughter Bonnie Hensley and John of West Union; son Devin Chandler of West Union; stepsons Randy Scott and Tammy of Manchester, and Mike Scott and Mary of Manchester; sister Susie Bryant of Hillsboro, Ohio; brother Dennis Fisher of Eastgate, Ohio; and 17 grandchildren and several great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, Feb, 15, 2018 at noon at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home in West Union with Jack Arrasmith officiating. Burial will follow in the West Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2018 from 5- 7 p.m. at the Funeral Home.

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Harold E. Allen, 97, of Lynx, Ohio passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at his home. He was born June 9, 1920 in Manchester, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Dove (Bradford) Allen; wife, Frances (Grooms) Allen, and two brothers, Floyd and Malcolm Allen. Harold is survived by two sisters: Loveda Grooms of Springboro, Ohio and Geneva Palmer of Morrow, Ohio, and several nieces and nephews. Harold retired in 1977 after 30 years with Delco Products Division of GM. He was a Veteran of the Army Air Force serving in WWII. He was a member of the American Legion Walter Harris Post 100 in West Union. He was a member of the International Electrical Union, and the West Union Senior Citizens Club. The visitation is from 11 am until 1 pm on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Lafferty Funeral Home in West Union. The funeral service will follow at 1 pm. Burial will be at East Liberty Cemetery in Lynx. Lafferty Funeral Home is serving the family.

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Betty Lou Parsons age 81 years of Peebles passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 at her residence. Mrs. Parsons was born on December 12, 1936 the daughter of the late Thomas and Flossie (Wiggins) Wright in Wichita Falls, Texas. Betty was preceded in death by her husband William “Bill” Parsons. Betty enjoyed playing music and playing Bingo and was a member of the Eastern Star. Survivors include three sons Darin Parsons of Clermont County, Ohio; Randall Parsons of Peebles, Ohio; Willard McCarn of California; two daughter-in- laws Valerie Parsons of Peebles, Ohio; Hope Love of Clermont County, Ohio; one brother Odell Wright of California; six grandchildren Jackie Parsons, Charlene Parsons, Kati Parsons, Jennifer Parsons, Destiny Parsons, Willard McCarn Jr. and several great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. at the Thompson-Meeker Funeral Home, West Union, Ohio. Burial will follow in the Marble Furnace Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 to 1:00 the day of the service. Family and friends can sign Betty’s online guestbook at www.meekerfuneralhomes.com

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Constance “Joye” Shoemaker, 83 years of Peebles, passed away Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, at the Hospice of Hope Inpatient Center in Seaman. She was born in Fort Hill, Ohio on June 12, 1934, the daughter of the late John B. and Gertrude (Douglas) Countryman. Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Mearyl D Shoemaker who passed away on Nov. 2, 2015; sister, Julia E Countryman; brothers, John Lee, Neil, and Kevin Countryman; and one grandson, Chuck Purtee. Joye is survived by one son, Timothy G (Linda) Shoemaker of Peebles; daughters, Charity A (Monti) Mallow of Ripley, Ohio and Susan E. (Dale) Humphries of Sinking Spring, Ohio; brothers, Charles (Ada) Countryman of Peebles, Gary (Pam) Countryman of Dayton, and Paul (Teresa) Countryman of Peebles; grandchildren, Kimberly Purtee Knauff, Bryan Humphres, Elizabeth Haggerty, Angela Hardyman, Jeremy Mallow, Sarah Lisboa, Valerie Kennedy, and Alison Devine; nine great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Joye was a member of the Sinking Spring Community Church. Services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17, 2018 at 1 p.m. at the Wylie Thompson Funeral Home in Sinking Spring. Friends and family may call from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home. The family asks that donations be made to the Sinking Spring Community Church.

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Tommy Wolfe, 33 years, of Seaman, passed away at his home, on Thursday, February 15, 2018.

Tommy was born in Phoenix, Arizona, on August 1, 1984, the son of Richard and Michelle Lucky Wolfe.

In addition to his parents, Tommy is survived by his wife, Jaclyn Baker Wolfe; a son, Wyatt Wolfe, and a daughter, Jasmine Sheeley, both of Seaman. Tommy also leaves behind five brothers, Bub Wolfe, of Seaman; Eddie Byrne, of Arizona; Kenny Byrne, of Kentucky; BJ Wolfe and JR Wolfe, both of Seaman; and a sister, Heather Wolfe, of Florida. Tommy also leaves behind several dear nieces and nephews, Jessica, Darren, Charles, Kevin, Kaje, and Aaralynn.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018, at 11:00 AM, at the Lewis-Sullivan Chapel, in Seaman. Burial will follow at the Mt. Leigh Cemetery, in Seaman.

Family and friends may pay their respects to the immediate family during visitation hours two hours prior to the service, from 9:00 AM until 11:00 AM Saturday, February 17, 2018, at the Lewis-Sullivan Funeral Chapel, in Seaman.

To sign our online guest book, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Helen Swango, 79 years, of Peebles, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 23, 2018, at the Hospice of Hope Inpatient  Center, Seaman, Ohio.

Helen was born in Kentucky, on August 24, 1938, the daughter of Emery and Mendie Collins Isaac.

In addition to her parents, Helen was preceded in death by her husband, Alonzo (Bill) Swango, who passed in 1997. She is survived by three sons, Bill (Brenda) Swango; Leonard Swango; and Brian (Amy) Swango, all of Peebles; and by two daughters,  Alfreda (Leroy) Parks; and Nancy (Rob) Crothers; both of Peebles. Helen is also survived by four brothers, Earl Isaac, of Peebles; Sherlie Isaac, of McDermott; Emery Isaac, Jr., of Maine; and Roger Isaac, of Florida, as well as a sister, Mary Jane Thomas, of Chesapeake, Ohio. Helen also leaves behind 21 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, in Peebles. The ceremony will be officiated by Darrel Myers, Jr. Burial will follow at the Locust Grove Cemetery.

Family and friends may pay their respects to the family from 6:00 until 8:00 PM, Monday evening, at the funeral home.

To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Dorothy June McIntire, 90 of Cherry Fork, OH, died Sunday, February 25, 2018 at Clermont Mercy Hospital in Batavia, Ohio. She was born in Cherry Fork, Oh on June 11, 1927 and was the daughter of the late H.M and Leslie Kimberly. She was preceded in death by her parents, two sons: Dennis K. McIntire and Mark C. McIntire, husband of 57 years, Carl P. McIntire; and two brothers Richard and Darrell Kimberly. Dorothy is survived by her two sons: Larry (Juanita) McIntire of Seaman, OH and Neal (Belinda) McIntire of Winchester; nine grandchildren, thirteen great- grandchildren and one great-great grandchild, a sister, Patty Burns of Seaman; a brother, Gary Kimberly of Winchester; and many nieces and nephews. Mrs. McIntire was a lifetime homemaker and lifelong member of the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church in cherry Fork, Ohio where she was also a member of the Missionary Women’s Society. Dorothy worked as a telephone operator until marriage. Dorothy and Carl then raised their family on the McIntire Family Farm. Funeral Services will be held at the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church on Thursday March 1, 2018 at 1:00 PM, with a burial to follow at the cherry fork cemetery. Friends and family may call at the Lewis Sullivan Funeral Home in Seaman on Wednesday February 28, 2018 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cherry Fork Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 107, Cherry Fork, OH 45618. To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

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Richard Patrick, 76, of Hillsboro, passed away Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at his residence.
Born in Wolfe County on September 25, 1941, he was the son of the late George and Fannie Holland Patrick.
Richard worked at the shoe factory in Flemingsburg as well as Moore Business Forms.
He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Alberta Mae Chamblin Patrick; his two daughters, Lorie (Anthony) Craft of Morehead and Kathy (Jeff) Harmon of Flemingsburg; his stepdaughters, Sandy Hilderbrand and Rhonda (Rick) Olivarez both of Manchester, OH; his 12 grandchildren; and his 15 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his two brothers, Lester (Juanita) Patrick of Cincinnati, OH and Gobel (Jackie) Patrick of Versailles, IN; his sister, Edith Mink of Clay City; along with several nieces, nephews and many friends.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by three brothers, Ernest Patrick, Chester Patrick, and Virgil Patrick; and one sister, Lena Patrick.
Graveside services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m., Saturday, March 3rd, in Cherry Fork Cemetery (State Route 136, Winchester, OH) with Bro. Herbie Stallard officiating.
Boone-Nickell Funeral Home is caring for the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are suggested to Cancer Care Club, (P O Box 189, Flemingsburg, Kentucky 41041).
Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.boonenickellfuneralhome.com

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Maj. Ret. Donald E. Smalley, 79 years, of the Louisville community of Peebles, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2018, at The Christ Hospital, in Cincinnati.

Donald was born in Peebles, Ohio, on July 9, 1938, the son of the late Daniel Smalley and Mary Setty Smalley. Donald, a retired United States Army veteran, was active in the Louisville Community Church, as well as holding membership in the Louisville Grange and the Disabled America Veterans, Chapter #71, of Adams County, Ohio.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by his wife Mabel Gustin Smalley, whom he married on June 2, 1957, a brother Lloyd Smalley; a sister, June Horn; and by a grandson, Sean Raschke. Donald is survived by his son, Daniel (Kara) Smalley, of Belleville, Illinois; and three daughters, Donna (Steve) Raschke, of Gloucester, Virginia; Edie Schwamburger, of Peebles; and Kim (Bill) Harlow, of Kenosha, Wisconsin. Donald also leaves behind a sister, Ruth Perdue, of Peebles; and a sister-in-law, Juanita Gustin, of Peebles. Donald will be missed by his eight grandchildren and fourteen great-grandchildren, and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, March 3, 2018, at the Wallace-Thompson Funeral Home, in Peebles. The ceremony will be officiated by Michael Wiseman. Burial will follow at the Louisville Cemetery. The Adams County Honor Guard will provide military rites.

Family and friends may pay their respects to the immediate family from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM Friday evening, March 2, 2018, at the funeral home.

To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com.

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Grover W. Henry, 91 years, of Peebles, passed away on Sunday, March 4, 2018, at his residence.

Grover was born in Albany, Georgia, on December 29, 1926, the son of the late Grover D. Henry and Alberta McKinney Henry. Grover was a retired farmer. He was active in the Peebles Church of God, as well as a member of the Farm Bureau.

Grover was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Dorothy Scott Henry, whom he married on August 14, 1948, two sons, Gary (Dorothea) Henry, of West Union; and David (Karen) Henry, of Peebles; as well as two daughters, Bonnie (Phil) Reed, of Peebles; and Sandy (Alan) Ward, of Bentonville, Ohio. Grover also leaves behind a sister, Wilma Jackson, of Kettering, Ohio. Grover will be missed by his nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren, and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM, Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at the Peebles Church of God, in Peebles. The ceremony will be officiated by Harold Keaton. Burial will follow at the Louisville Cemetery.

Family and friends may pay their respects to the immediate family prior to the funeral services, from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM Wednesday, March 7, 2018, at the Peebles Church of God.

To sign our online guestbook, please visit us at www.wallacethompsonfuneralhomes.com

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James Ronald Turner, 80, went to be with the Lord, Sunday Feb. 25, 2018.
James was born Dec. 15, 1937 in Brooksville to the late James Howard and Elouise Haley Turner.

He was a sales representative for Interstate Batteries and a member of and speaker for the Gideons International. He served his country in the US Army Reserves.

He is survived by his wife Janet Kendall Turner; three daughters, Rita Heminger, Janie McCormick, and Pam Trimas; and a brother Victor (Gussie) Turner.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Hilda Peed Turner; a brother, Donnie Turner: and a sister, Marcella Turner.

Services for James Turner were held on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at the Maysville Church of Christ in Christian Union with Pastor Marilyn Roades officiating.  Burial  followed in the Powersville Cemetery in Bracken County.

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Patricia L Blythe, 68, of Manchester, Ohio died Sunday, March 4, 2018 at the SOMC Hospice in Portsmouth, Ohio. She was born in West Union, Ohio on April 11, 1949 to the late Raymond and Dorothy (Helterbridle) Spires.

A memorial service will be held 10:00 a.m. on March 18 at the Germany Hill Church. Wilson Home for Funerals is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Friends and family may sign our online guestbook at www.wilsonhomeforfunerals.com.

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