All Obituaries

CAROLYN HANES-BURT completed her life’s journey on earth on October 16, 2020 at the age of 92. Born on July 8, 1928 in Preble County, OH to Augustus and Laura (Ressler) Brown, she was a graduate of Monroe High School in 1946. Carolyn married Howard Hanes of Arcanum in November of 1946 and he preceded her in death. Together, they raised three children who all survive, J. Scott (Mary) Hanes of Texas, Chris (Rachel) Hanes of Washington and Lynne Hanes of Bradford. Also left to cherish her...

PITZER, Marcia Sue Age 73, formerly of Phillipsburg, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 14, 2020. Sue was born December 24, 1946 to the late Howard and Belle Johnson. She is a graduate of Northmont in the class of 1964. Sue spent over 50 years as a hair dresser in Arcanum and Phillipsburg. She was a wonderful person, and will be deeply missed by her family and friends. Sue is preceded in death by her husband, Dean Pitzer; both parents, and a brother, Tom Johnson;...

CHASTAIN, Rev. Paul E. It is with great mixed emotions that the family of Paul Chastain of Arcanum, OH announce his passing. Paul, age 91, passed away on September 26, 2020 at Reid Hospital in Richmond surrounded by his family, following a heart attack on Sept. 17. He will be greatly missed by family, friends and community, however we are pleased that he claimed his heavenly reward peacefully. Paul was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Jo, by 2 brothers and a sister. He was a...

NICKOL, Lawson Age 68, of Arcanum, passed away on September 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Iris Nickol. Lawson was a 1970 graduate of Versailles High School where he was active on the sporting teams. He went on the play football for Earlham College where he graduated in 1974. He then worked for Nickol Electric and was the founder and former president of the All American Clothing Company, Arcanum, OH. Survived by his wife of 41 years, MaryAnn Nickol; children,...

CHEADLE, Shirley Ann Age 78, of Arcanum, passed away on September 11, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Elsie Troutwine. Survived by her sons, Robert Cheadle and Brian Cheadle; sisters, Linda Alcorn and Sandra Sue Baker. A graveside service will be held at Greenmound Cemetery, New Madison at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 18. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to help them with funeral expenses. Arrangements by KREITZER FUNERAL HOME, Arcanum.

NEALEIGH, Peggy (Swabb) Age 80, of Greenville, originally of Arcanum, went home to be with the Lord on August 24, 2020 at Rest Haven Nursing Home after a long battle with MS. She was born in Van Buren Township, Darke Co. OH on March 2, 1940 to the late Lester and Myra (Seman) Fourman. In addition to her parents, Peggy was preceded in death by her husband, Oscar Swabb. Peggy was an amazing woman who loved to make people laugh and smile. She ran the Casual Beauty Shop in Arcanum for 50...

HOFFMAN, Eileen J. Age 78, of Ithaca, passed away Saturday, August 22, 2020. She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Alice Grierson; siblings, Melvin Grierson, and Marlene “Dutchie” Wiley; step-son, David Hoffman. Eileen was always around to show unconditional love for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband of 48 years, Jerry Hoffman; son, Dan (Johnna) Healy; step-children, Joan (Steve) Tobias, Judi (Phil) Granato, Diane...

YOUNG, Keith E. Age 73, of Eaton, OH, passed away on August 22, 2020 at 7:45 p.m. surrounded by his family. He was born the son of Carl Lee Young Jr. & Peggy Jenkins of Xenia, on July 10, 1947. Keith graduated from Xenia High School and after graduation, joined the Navy on March 16, 1968. He was assigned to the USS Fulton. Honorably discharged on May 18, 1970 and spent four years in the reserves. He retired after 30 years from Hobart Brothers in Troy, Ohio. He is survived by his wife...

BOWLIN, Annis M. Age 84, of Greenville, formerly of Arcanum, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020 at Rest Haven in Greenville, following an extended illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy & Ortie Cottongim, by brothers, Denver & Norman Cottongim & by a son, Roy Edward Bowlin. She taught 4th grade at Greenville City Schools for over 30 years and she was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church in Arcanum. Annis is survived by a daughter, Marie (Jamie) Hundley; sons, Jim...

BESECKER, Daniel Lee Loyal son, loving husband and proud father; Age 69, of Arcanum, passed away Friday, August 7, 2020 at his residence. He was born September 1, 1950 in Greenville, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Verlin and Juanita Besecker and daughter-in-law Lorraine. Daniel is survived by his wife, Patricia Besecker (Muhlenkamp); sons, Mark Daniel Besecker, Dustin Joshua Besecker and wife Janel (Antolak), Jesse Lee Besecker and wife Heather Hess; step-son, Jason...