All Obituaries

HICKS, P. Joanne Age 88, formerly of Arcanum, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. She is preceded in death by her husband, John R. Hicks, and 2 great-grandchildren, Joey & Mason. Joanne is survived by her daughter, Linda (Donovan) Brown; son, Mark (Leslie) Hicks; grandchildren, Suzanne Hinkle, John (Megan Thomas) Hicks, Andrew (Flo) Hicks, Dr. Elisa (Bill) Picken, Jay (Jennifer) Pease, Jonathan (Amy) Pease; great-grandchildren, Will, Elizabeth, Sarah, Dan, Samuel,...

KARNS, Beverly Ann Age 85, of Arcanum, passed away on April 29, 2021 at the Brethren Retirement Community. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents, David and Frances Hoke, and daughter, Denise Besecker. She is survived by her daughter, Jacky (Bruce) Garber; two grandchildren, Dani (Dave) Brown and Darra Rinehart; two great-grandchildren, Jeffery and Jakiah West; brother, David (Polly) Hoke. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are in the care of...

ELEY, Glenn Howard Age 100, of Arcanum, passed away on April 5, 2021 following a brief illness. Glenn faithfully served our country in the United States Army, 92nd RCN of the 12th Armored Division, during World War II. Along with his service, he was a lifetime member of the 12th Armored Organization. He is also a lifetime member of the American Legion, Post 665. Glenn spent 27 years working for the Arcanum Hardware Store (working up until December 2020). He was a 50+ year member of the...

WILTSHIRE, Kathy Alice (Byrd) Age 75, of Union, formerly of Arcanum, passed into the arms of her Lord & Savior on Thursday, March 25, 2021 following an brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, William & Frances Byrd. She worked over 30 years as a respiratory therapist in both Kettering & Wayne Hospitals. She served on Arcanum Rescue & with Darke County CASA for 15 years. Kathy is survived by her husband of 41 years, John; daughters, Amy (Robert) O’Dell...

NAPIER, Robert Age 57, of Greenville, passed away on March 24, 2021 following a brief illness. The passion and love he had for his children has been insurmountable, which makes our loss all the more great. Most who were fortunate enough to cross paths with Rob became his friend, and a treasured few were honored with the title of "Brother". His greatest love was for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, who he proudly joins in the Kingdom of Heaven He is preceded in death by...

WARNER, Ronald L. Age of 74, of Arcanum, went home to his Heavenly Father on March 20, 2021 after a short battle with cancer. His devotion to his family and firm belief in Jesus the Savior gave him peace through his illness. Ron was born March 31, 1946 in Piqua, Ohio to Clarence and Ruth (Sease) Warner. Ron served 3 years in the U.S. Army and retired from General Motors after 35 years.  After retirement, he enjoyed many rounds of golf. Ron was a faithful member of Faith Baptist...

HOUSE, Louella Age 87, formerly of Eaton (among many other places), went to be with the Lord on Monday, March 8, 2021 following an extended illness. She was born December 7, 1933 to the belated Lowell & Clarice Howard. Louella has been a long time member of St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Ithaca. She loved taking care of her family, and will always be remember as being a loving, kind wife, mother, and grandmother. She will be missed by all her family and friends. Louella is preceded in...

ISAACS, Eddie Age 84, of West Milton, passed away at home on Monday, February 22, 2021 following an unexpected illness. Eddie was born in 1936 to the late Harley & Elsie Isaacs. On September 5, 1953 Eddie married his wonderful wife, Nancy Lambert. He was from the Roosevelt High School Class of 1954. Eddie also faithfully served our country in the 35th Armor Division, Company C 2nd Armored Division in the United States Army. During his working years he worked for Dayton Tire &...

KETRING, Devin K. Age 50, of Arcanum, formerly of New Madison, passed away at his home on Friday, February 5, 2021 following an extended illness. He was a 1988 graduate of Tri-Village High School and he received his bachelor’s degree from Wright State Univ. He was employed by PepsiCo of Dayton. He was a huge fan of the Cincinnati Reds and The Beatles. Devin was a wonderful father, husband and son who leaves behind a tremendous legacy. He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Kirsten;...

BIVINS,Twila nee. Blumenstock   Age 88, of Greenville passed away Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at the Brethren Retirement Community. She was born August 1, 1932 to the late Herbert and Leona Stutz in Pitsburg.  She is preceded in death by her first husband William Blumenstock and her second husband Robert Bivins. Twila is survived by son, Mike (Perrie) Blumenstock; daughter, Jann (Franklin Jr) Studebaker; grandchildren; Melissa Besecker (Jeff Wical),  Amber (Jason) Warner,...