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Margaret Ann Dupler - 1933 -2013

Contribution — 2013-05-13 12:29:12Z

July 28, 1933 - March 1, 2013

Margaret Ann Dupler was born in Columbus, Ohio on July 28, 1933.

She passed away on Friday, March 1, 2013.

Ms. Dupler was a resident at the Forum at Knightsbridge, Columbus, Ohio for many years.

She was a graduate of Newark High School, Newark, Ohio Class of 1951.
A graduate of The Ohio State University, with a BA, Class of 1955, where she was a member of Chi Omega.

Mrs. Dupler worked for the Federal Government from 1955 to 1957.
She retired from Nationwide Insurance, where she worked from 1957 to 1994.
A member of St Paul Lutheran Church in Newark, Ohio.
She was a dedicated volunteer, and held several organizations close to her heart.
She is preceded in death by her parents Homer W. and Alma B. Dupler.
Private interment will be held at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newark, Ohio where she will be buried with her parents.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, May 17, 2013 at The Forum at Knightsbridge, 4645 Knightsbridge Blvd, Columbus, Ohio 43214.
Services entrusted to Schoedinger Northwest Chapel, 1740 Zollinger Rd.

Donations may be made to Newark High School, "A Call to College", P.O. Box 4145, Newark OH 43055.

http://acalltocollege.org/donors.aspx

Please share a special memory you have of Miss Dupler at www.schoedinger.com.

Please visit www.schoedinger.com to extend condolences.

Published in The Columbus Dispatch on May 14, 2013

Eleanor A. Shumaker Oatman 1919-2010

Contribution — 2013-05-11 18:50:29Z

Eleanor Alice Shumaker Oatman, known and beloved by her family and many friends as “Woody” died on Saturday, June 12, 2010.

She was 90-years-old.
Born in Granville, Ohio (Licking County) on September 5, 1919, she was the daughter of Dr. Eri J. Shumaker and Helen England Shumaker.

Woody was educated in the Granville Public Schools graduating from Granville High School in 1937 and from Denison University in 1941.
At Denison, Woody was a member of Crossed Keys, Mortar Board, National Honorary Societies, and Delta Delta Delta Sorority.
Following graduation from Denison, she enrolled in the secretarial college graduate program at Moser Business College in Chicago and became a secretary at the Harris Trust and Savings Bank in downtown Chicago.

She married David Borden Oatman of Aurora, Illinois on February 26, 1944. The couple lived in Savannah, Georgia while Dave was stationed at Camp Stewart and before he was sent to the European Theater of Operations.
While in Savannah, Woody served as a secretary to officers of the Savannah Machine and Foundry Co. Ship Building Division, a firm that made mine sweepers and repaired Liberty ships for the U.S. Navy.

At the end of the war, the couple lived in Oak Park, Illinois from 1946-1954 where they were active in the community including the First Baptist Church.
Four children, Nancy, Margaret, David, and Tom were born to them while in Oak Park.
They moved to Aurora in 1954, and daughter Mary was born in 1957.
Woody was Field Vice President of the Fox Valley Girl Scout Council, a charter member of the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra, member of Unit II Child Welfare and the Thursday Evening Book Club.
The Oatman family were members of the New England Congregational Church where Woody served as Chair of the Deacons, on the Church Council, and in the Women’s Society.

Woody pursued her secretarial career working in District 129 in the administrative office for several officers. Later, she served as the Medical Staff Secretary for Copley Memorial Hospital for fourteen years. Her husband died in 1976.
When Woody retired from Copley in 1984, she moved back to her hometown of Granville, Ohio to become the House Director/House Mother for Delta Delta Delta Sorority.
She served on the sorority’s House Corporation Board for years and was President of the Newark-Granville Tri-Delta Alumni Council.
She represented the sororities on the Denison Alumni Council, served as Regent of the Granville Chapter for the Daughters of the American Revolution, and was President of the Granville Music Club.
She was also a member and officer of the AB chapter of PEO, a docent in the Granville Historical Society, and a member of the Welsh Hills Symphony League.

She served on reunion committees for her high school class, Denison class, and Shumaker Family reunions.

Woody was active in the First Baptist Church of Granville and did extensive historical research for the church regarding Baptist Missionaries associated with the First Baptist Church of Granville and Denison University.

“I was taught that if you wanted to live in a nice community, you had to make it nice. That’s why I was in so many things, ”

Due to challenges to her health, Woody returned to Aurora in 2004 to be near family members in the area.

She made her home at Plum Landing, became a member of the LB Chapter of PEO, and returned to New England Congregational Church.
For many years she and her family vacationed on beloved Big Spider Lake near Hayward, Wisconsin.

Eleanor was preceded in death by her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Eri J. Shumaker, Ceora Glover Shumaker, her father’s second wife, her sister Margaret Shumaker Pyle (Willard), and her husband, David B. Oatman.

She is survived by her children: Nancy O. Sprinkel (Alan) of Fairfax, Va., Marnie O. Mamminga (David) of Batavia, IL David B. Oatman (Kelly Denney) of Eugene, Oregon, Tom Oatman of Madison, WI and Mary Oatman (Patrick Hotle) of Quincy, IL; five grandchildren, Jennifer Sprinkel of Herndon, Virginia, John Mamminga (Lara) of Geneva, IL, Robert Mamminga (Jennifer) of Geneva, IL, Thomas Mamminga (Anna Kendall) of Chicago, Marcus Oatman (Amber) of Ann Arbor, Michigan, and four great grandchildren, Lily, Joy, Amber, and Elena Mamminga; a niece, Peg Pyle Wuerth, a nephew, John Pyle and their respective families, plus dozens of beloved cousins.

Funeral arrangements are being taken care of by Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer, Aurora, IL.
A visitation will be held at Healy Chapel on Sunday, June 20 from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.
The memorial service will be at New England Congregational Church, 406 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora, IL at 11:00 am on Monday, June 21.
A gravesite burial will follow at River Hills Memorial Park, Rt. 25, Batavia, IL.

Memorials may be made to New England Congregational Church, Aurora, IL or The Spider Chain of Lakes Association, P.O. Box 1082, Hayward, Wisconsin 54843.

Jean Carroll Elliott 1920-2011

Contribution — 2013-05-11 18:18:48Z

Jean Carroll Elliott, 90, of Newark, Ohio died at the SharonBrooke Senior Living Center on Thursday, February 3, 2011

She was born in Newark, Ohio on July 19, 1920 to the late John J. and Grace (Fleek) Kennedy Carroll.

Jean was the owner and operator of the John J. Carroll Department Store formerly located in downtown Newark.

She spent much of her time volunteering for many community organizations such as the 20th Century Club, Licking Memorial Hospital T.W.I.G., PIME Guild, and the American Red Cross Blood Mobile.

She was also a member of Monday Talks, Review Club, Daughters of the American Revolution-Hetuck Chapter, Newark, Ohio, Damenchor, Granville Music Club, and the Granville Symphony Ladies Guild.

Jean was a lifelong parishioner of St. Francis de Sales, and also attended St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church. Over the years she sang in both church choirs, including the St. Cecilia funeral choir.

Jean is survived by her daughter, Mary Elliott, of Newark, OH; her son and daughter-in-law, James T. Jr. and Jeanne Elliott of Basking Ridge, New Jersey; her three grandchildren, Katherine Jean Elliott and her fiancé, Dr. Jacob Adams, James Thomas Elliott III, and Patrick McKee Elliott.

In addition to her parents, Jean was preceded in death by her husband, James T. Elliott Sr.; her daughter, Catherine Latimer Elliott; and her half brother and sister, Francis and Angela Kennedy.

Friends and family may call from 2-5 p.m, Sunday, February 6, 2011 at the REED-EGAN FUNERAL HOME, 141 Green Wave Drive, Newark, Ohio.

To honor her love of music, the family requests that memorials in Jean's name be made to the St. Francis de Sales Organ Refurbishment Fund, 66 Granville Street, Newark; or Hospice of Central Ohio, PO Box 430, Newark, Ohio.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Jean Carroll Elliott, 90, of Newark, will be held at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church, 10:00 a.m., Monday, February 7, 2011.

Interment will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery, Newark, Ohio.

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Gertrude Melick Medler 1910-2009

Contribution — 2013-05-11 18:08:53Z

Gertrude M. Medler, 99 of Newark, Ohio died August 23, 2009 at Arlington Care Center, Newark, Ohio.

She was born August 23, 1910, in Burlington Township, Licking County, Ohio to the late Frank and Etta (Conard) Melick.

Gertrude was a member of Utica United Methodist Church, life member of the Audubon Society, and the Nature Conservancy.

She graduated from Muskingum College and was a member of the California Retired Teachers Association, Utica Saturday Revue Club and Hetuck Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, D.A.R. Newark, Ohio

She is survived by her sister, Anna Mumford of Cedar Rapids, Iowa; and many nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by husband, John Medler who passed away February 17, 1954; brothers, Eugene, E. Stanley and Joseph M. Melick; sister, Mary Cooke.

A funeral service for Gertrude M. Medler will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 28, 2009 at Law-Baker Funeral Home.

Burial will follow in Green Hill Cemetery, Johnstown, Ohio.

Friends may call 6-8 p.m., Thursday, August 27 at Law-Baker Funeral Home, 34 N Main St., Utica, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests contributions to The Dawes Arboretum, 7770 Jacksontown Rd. SE, Newark, Ohio 43055.

Wilma L. (Steele) Herrel

Contribution — 2013-05-11 18:03:24Z

Wilma L. (Steele) Herrel

Sept. 23, 1916-Oct. 7, 2002

A Celebration of Life service for Wilma L. (Steele) Herrel, 86, formerly of Millersport, Ohio will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday at the Buckeye Lake First Community Church, Ohio 79, Buckeye Lake, OH.
No funeral service will be held, as cremation has taken place.

Mrs. Herrel died Oct. 7, 2002, at Wexner Heritage Village, Columbus. She was born Sept. 23, 1916, to the late Homer and Emma Steele.

Mrs. Herrel was an avid volunteer in the Buckeye Lake community for many years, including the Red Cross, secretary of Buckeye Lake First Community Church, and president of the Ladies Guild, as well as Meals on Wheels in Columbus during its formative years.

She was a Millersport Lioness and a member of Newark, Ohio Hetuck Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

She was also an active member of the Columbus South High School Alumni Class of 1934, and an enthusiastic OSU Buckeye fan.

She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Frederick C. Herrel, whom family and friends referred to the couple as Fred and Wilma Flintstone; brothers, Kenneth Steele of Dayton, and Ronald (Donna) Steele of Columbus; children, Judy M. Ballenger of Hebron, Ohio, Janet (David) Thomson of Pataskala, Ohio and John (Tena) Herrel of Columbus, OH; nine grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Homer Jr. and William; sister, Rosemary Rhoten; and grandson, Charles Ballenger.

Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to Buckeye Lake First Community Church, Buckeye Lake, Ohio 43008

Ellen Graham Judge 1917-2011

Contribution — 2013-05-11 17:59:16Z

Ellen Graham Judge
(December 2, 1917 - September 5, 2011)

A graveside service will be held at a later date for Ellen Graham Judge, 93, of Newark, Ohio formerly of Granville, OHIO.
She died peacefully on Monday, September 5, 2011, in the care of Hospice of Central Ohio in Newark.

Ellen was born December 2, 1917, in Cleveland, Ohio (Cuyahoga County) to the late Bernard D. and Zoa C. (Colville) Graham.

She married the late John F. Judge on March 18, 1948, and was predeceased by him on May 18, 1969.

A 1935 graduate of Newark High School and Newark College of Commerce, Ellen was an intelligent professional in the workplace who accomplished tasks competently, modestly, and cheerfully.
Prior to marriage, she was employed as a secretary at the Pure Oil Company, Eastern Division Production Office in Newark.

From 1961 to 1981, Ellen was the school secretary at Wilson School, Newark Public Schools.
At retirement, her time at Wilson was commemorated light-heartedly as “The Ellen Judge Years”, and a school employee award given annually was named after her in honor.

Ellen was a member of Trinity Episcopal Church, The Monday Talks, and Daughters of the American Revolution (D.A.R.), Hetuck Chapter, Newark, Ohio.

Surviving are her sons, Geoffrey Graham Judge (Margaret) of Newark, Ohio and Michael P. Judge (Juli) of Chino Hills, CA; grandsons, Graham Judge of Chicago, IL, Jason Judge (Kerry) of Omaha, NE, and Todd Judge (Christin) of Oro Valley, AZ; great-grandchildren, Adam and Kyle Judge of Omaha, Nebraska and Mackenzie and Madison Judge of Oro Valley, AZ; nieces and nephews, Robert K., James B., Mollie, and Linda Graham; grand-nephews, Timothy, Scott, Ryan and Brian Graham.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Robert and Richard Graham; and sister, Marian Graham; as well as nephew Michael Graham.

At Ellen’s request, there will be no viewing or calling hours.
Arrangements are in the care of McPEEK-HOEKSTRA FUNERAL HOME in Granville.

Memorial gifts may be directed to Trinity Episcopal Church, 76 E. Main St., Newark, Ohio 43055; A Call to College, Newark High School, 314 Granville St., Newark, Ohio 43055; The Joseph Moore Museum (Natural History), Earlham College, 801 National Road West, Richmond, Indiana 47374; or charity of choice.

Mary Alice (Slater) Dernberger

Contribution — 2013-05-11 17:53:20Z

Mary Alice (Slater) Dernberger, age 87, of Hebron, Ohio passed away on Monday, June 25, 2012 at Chapel Grove Inn in Heath, Ohio.

She was born February 6, 1925 in Union Township, Licking County, Ohio to the late Charles Worthington and Ethel Julia (Sharer) Slater.

Mary Alice was retired from the Hebron and Lakewood School Districts where she had been a school bus driver for sixteen years.
She had formerly been employed at H.L. Art Jewelers in Newark, the Officer's Club, Columbus Army Service Forces Depot and Slater's Filling Station.

A 1942 graduate of Hebron High School where she was a member of the first marching band,
Mary Alice attended The Ohio State University where she was a member of the Women's Glee Club.

She was a 75-year member of Hebron Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) where she sang in the choir.

She enjoyed gardening and was also a member of the Hebron Junior 4-H Flower Club, was a charter member of the Hebron Junior Women's Club and was past-president of the Mutual and Civic Improvement Club where she arranged for the "Ohio Flower Bed" in Canal Park.

Mary Alice was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Hebron Historical Society and the Hetuck Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Newark, Ohio.

She is survived by three sons, David Slater (Vivian) Dernberger of Hebron, Ralph Edwin "Buddy" (Judy) Dernberger of Alexandria, Ohio and John Peter (Kimberly) Dernberger of Newark, OH; daughter, Sara Ruth Dernberger of Newark; six grandchildren, David S. Dernberger II, Angela K. (Matt) Cornett, Hannah Thompson, Austin S. Dernberger, Lindsay A. Dernberger and Evan R. Dernberger; three great-grandchildren Kaycee Dernberger, Wesley and Wyatt Cornett; sisters-in-law, Mary Sue Slater of Millersport and Anne Slater of Hebron; and nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A. Dernberger, on December 25, 2006; and by a sister, Margaret Slater; three brothers, Charles, John and Robert Slater; and sister-in-law, Wanda Slater.

A funeral service for Mary Alice (Slater) Dernberger, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 30, at the Hebron Christian Church, 610 West Main Street, Hebron, Ohio with Pastor Nik Donges officiating.

Burial will follow in Kirkersville Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. on Friday, June 29, at the Heath Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service, 1249 Hebron Road, Heath, and also from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hebron Christian Church, PO Box 736, Hebron, OH 43025.

Freda Haynes Stewart 1924-2013

Contribution — 2013-05-11 17:36:30Z

Freda "Gerri" Stewart

MOUNT VERNON: Freda "Gerri" Stewart, age 88, of Mount Vernon, Ohio passed away on May 10, 2013 at the Ohio Eastern Star Home.

She was born on July 1, 1924 in Newark, Ohio to the late Jesse F. and Bertha A. (Trent) Haynes.

Gerri was a member of the Knox Chapter #236 of the OES, Elks Lodge, D.A.R. - Daughters of the American Revolution and attended Newark High School.

She was an avid golfer and enjoyed her bowling league.

She is survived by her daughter, Beth Ann Dickerson of Howard, OH; her sons, William L (Jenny) Stewart of Indianapolis and David S. (Terri) Stewart of Houston, TX; a sister, Harriett A. Applegate of Newark, Ohio; five grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Gerri was preceded in death by her husband John W. Stewart in 2000; a grandson, John Jacob Henthorne; and a son-in-law, Ralph Dickerson.

Friends may call on Sunday from 5:00 - 7:00PM at Dilley-Lasater Funeral Home 212 N. Main St., Mount Vernon, Ohio where funeral services will be held on Monday at 11:00AM with Pastor Ben McKinstry officiating.

Burial will follow in Cedar Hill Cemetery in Newark, OH.

Memorial contributions to Odyssey Hospice or the Hetuck Chapter D.A.R. Newark, Ohio
To express a condolence or share a memory with the Stewart family, please visit www.dilleylasater.com
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Licking

Donna J. Lewis

Contribution — 2013-05-11 17:28:49Z

Donna J. " Miss Donna" Lewis, age 77, of Newark, Ohio passed away Friday, May 10, 2013 at her residence with her family by her side.

She was born June 9, 1935 in Newark, Ohio to the late Lester D. and Norma C. (Shipley) Lewis.

Donna was the custodian and signer for the deaf for over 28 years at the Newark Baptist Temple and Licking County Christian Academy.

She loved to garden, go camping, complete word puzzles, crochet and was an avid bowler. But most of all she was loved by and affectionately was a mother to all.

She is survived by her niece, Bonnie L. Mason of Newark, OH; brothers, Ronald (Loulabelle) Lewis of Hanover, Ohio, Ray Lewis of Newark and Jim (Janet) Lewis of Newark; several nieces and nephews, many great nieces and nephews and great- great nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brothers, Lester D. "Red" Lewis, Paul Lewis, John H. Lewis, Franklin "Smiley" Lewis and Max Lewis; sisters, Norma Jean Kimble and Josephine Sellars.

A funeral service for Donna will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at the Newark Chapel of the Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service with Pastor Tom Myers officiating.
Burial will follow at Wilson Cemetery

Friends may call on hour prior to the service, from 9:30 -10:30 a.m. at the funeral home, 59 North Fifth Street, Newark.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio.

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the Lewis family.

Re: Sidney and Martha Gibson Jenkins

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-05-06 18:36:11Z

I have another question that maybe you can answer. I've been looking for an obit for Martha's brother, Charles. I found it where I foound Sidney's, the only thing is I can't read all of it. Can I order obits from the Licking County Library. Or do you know of another way I can get????

Re: Sidney and Martha Gibson Jenkins

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-05-06 18:23:52Z

Thank you so much. I didn't know that I could search the card catalog. I do subscribe to ancestry. Has been really helpful in my search for family. According to everything I've seen it has been Martha. But thanks for the heads up...

Again thanks so much....

Re: Sidney and Martha Gibson Jenkins

Roots_Tracer — 2013-05-06 16:04:30Z

I have checked records and found that Martha was actually Mary Gibson. There is considerable info, pics and other records on Ancestry but not obit. If you don't already subscribe to Ancestry you can get free access through any LDS Family History Center or other genealogy libraries.

Lois Casson

Re: Sidney and Martha Gibson Jenkins

Roots_Tracer — 2013-05-06 15:46:34Z

Sidney's obit can be found on Ancestry. Click on "Search" and then "Card Catalog." Enter "Newark Advocate" for your search term. It was published on 9 Aug 1969 and is on page 7 top left page.

There are no records here for 1981, but the Licking County Genealogy Society may be of help. They have been very helpful to me. Use the following link.

http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~ohlcgs2/

Lois Casson

Janet Marie (Dee) Campbell 1950-2013

Contribution — 2013-05-06 12:56:29Z

NEWARK:
Janet Marie (Dee) Campbell of Falmouth, Massachusetts and formerly of Newark, Ohio passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 4, 2013 at her brother's Newark home surrounded by her immediate family.

She was born February 2, 1950 in Newark, OHIO.

She was a 1968 graduate of Newark Catholic High School. Janet a registered nurse, graduated from St. Elizabeth School of Nursing.
She held a position at Franciscan Children's Hospital in Brighton, MA for many years working with adolescents.
After the conclusion of her nursing career she and her husband relocated to Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

Janet will be greatly missed by her husband of 23 years, Howard Grosser; her mother Marie Inscho of Newark, Ohio; brothers Bruce (Annette) Campbell of Newark, OH and Wil (Karen) Inscho of New York City; her sister Sarah Campbell of Newark as well as her nieces and nephews who she adored: Alexandria Campbell, Christopher Campbell, Keith (Emily) Campbell, Kate (Shannon) McLaughlin, Whitney and Seth Tynan, Zach Inscho and Bob the Cat.

Janet was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenny and Tim Campbell.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to one of Janet's favorite charities: Greenpeace,702 H St NW # 300
Washington, DC www.greenpeace.org/or World Wildlife Fund

A tribute to the life of Janet Marie (Dee) Campbell will be held 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at Brucker-Kishler Funeral Home, 985 N. 21st street, Newark where the family will receive friends and relatives beginning Tuesday at 5:00 P.M.

On-line condolences to the family may be sent via www.brucker-kishlerfuneralhome.com by clicking Obituaries/guest book entry.
All stories and memories you wish to share with the family about Janet (Dee) will be greatly appreciated.

Licking

Sidney and Martha Gibson Jenkins

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-05-06 11:16:01Z

I am looking for obits for both. Sidney died August 9, 1969 and Martha died November 4, 1981. Both are buried at Dennison University Cemetery in Granville.

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-04 17:56:09Z

THANKS! Geo

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-04 17:33:57Z

Yaaaay! Thank you!

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

suzanne1190 — 2013-05-04 17:14:21Z

He said YES!!! I will forward you his reply via email. :)
Oh, I see he copied you on his email. Better.

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

suzanne1190 — 2013-05-04 03:45:29Z

Okay. I just managed to get an email off to him with some info. I also shared your email addy with him in case he wants to contact you directly. I share your enthusiasm!

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-03 10:17:36Z

Could you give more info about the Hartford Co., Maryland connection? Was that John's connection info to Abel? We have been trying to see what the proof/evidence there was to Abel's father being John 1780 with wife Elizabeth.

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-03 10:17:34Z

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-03 09:02:18Z

No, not Ancestry.

There is a big Mitchell study on Family Tree y-DNA. There are so very many Mitchell lines! It would be so helpful to see which group we are associated with so that research on the family could be narrowed down somewhat. It was so helpful to me when we did this with my Merritt nephew and found that our Merritts were in VA in the 1600's, some of the first to settle from Jamestown era.

I would like to make some significant inroads with Abel Mitchell (1806) line. I would be willing to sponsor him as far as cost goes...seems like it was in the $150 to $200 range. They would send him a packet with swabs and he would rub the inside of his cheeks real good and put the swabs in some provided containers, then mail back in a special provided envelope.

I have not found any other living male Mitchell that would be willing to do this, unless perhaps he has Mitchell sons or grandsons. I beg. We don't seem to know for sure even if Abel's father is John or not. I haven't heard anyone give evidence of that information. It could make a big difference for those of us who have this passion to KNOW! Ha Ha! E-mail me at nimblethimble53@yahoo.com.

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

suzanne1190 — 2013-05-03 01:40:13Z

Hi Georgia. Glad to see you are still around. I can get in touch with the son of Mark F. Mitchell (Mark is a son of Abel Sampson Mitchell, son of Lorenzo Dow Mitchell) and see if he would be willing. Are you wanting an "Ancestry" test or a different one? I guess I'd be surprised if he would agree but I am willing to ask. :) Suzanne

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-03 00:55:29Z

Does this Jerrard have brother Lorenzo Dow? Do you have any living male descendents from this line?

Re: MITCHEL or MITCHELLS of LICKING County, OH 1800's

Georgia_Estes — 2013-05-03 00:50:41Z

i am trying to find a living male mitchell descendent for dna study.Are there any remaining Male Mitchells from John T, Lorenzo Dow, Barzilla, or Holba? Lorenzo had sons who went to Kansas...Richard Emulus and Abel Sampson, and a son who went to Colorado..William Dow. Does anyone know if they had sons and what their names were? The others sons, Lafayette and Gary did not have sons as far as I know.
Would love to be able to find out more about which Mitchells we belong to since there are so MANY lines here in the United States.
Or perhaps Lorenzo Dow (et al) father Abel has known brothers who have had sons. They were a fertile bunch...SURELY the line has not died out in the past generation.

Stephen Robinson and Porter Cemetery

maridellh1 — 2013-05-02 11:29:47Z

On Monday, Apr 29, I visited Porter Cemetery in Licking Co. I could tell that the headstones of my 4th great grandparents, Stephen and Sarah Robinson had very recently been stood back up. The grass in front of them was brown and I could see an outline of where the headstones had been laying on the ground. These were the only 2 headstones that had been touched. I am wondering if anyone knows who might be responsible for standing these stones back up? It could be that I have a relative that I don't know about. Thanks for any and all information.

Evelyn B. Miller 1921-2012

Contribution — 2013-04-27 13:35:23Z

FRAZEYSBURG: Evelyn B. Miller, 91, of Newark, Ohio (Toboso) died Monday evening, October 22, 2012 at Licking Memorial Hospital in Newark, OH.

Born August 11, 1921 in Cleveland, Ohio she was the daughter of the late Henry and Herta (Krupp) Held.

Mrs. Miller was a homemaker and farmer assisting her late husband in the operation of their farm near Toboso, Ohio and raising their six children.

She was an avid canasta and rummy player, she was active in 4-H while her children were growing up and more recently she was active at the Senior Center at Zerger Hall in Newark.

Surviving are three sons, Roger (Cathy) Miller and Ross (Deborah) Miller both of Newark, Ohio and Ron Miller of Zanesville, OH; three daughters, Melanie Mellars and Judith Martin both of Florida and Lois (Pat) Lebold of Newark; fourteen grandchildren; nineteen great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Walter C. Miller whom she married August 15, 1946 and who died November 26, 1994, and a brother, Harvey Held.

Calling hours will be 5 to 8pm Thursday, October 25, 2012 at the Frazeysburg Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home, 110 West Third Street.

Funeral services will be 2:00pm Friday, October 26, 2012 at the funeral home with Margaret Miller officiating.
Burial will be in Hanover Cemetery.

To sign our online guestbook visit www.vocfh.com.
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Name: Held, Henry
Date: Feb 24 1960
Source: Cleveland Press; Cleveland, Ohio
Notes: Held, Henry, beloved father of Harvey G., and Mrs. Walter Miller (Evelyn), grandfather and great-grandfather, brother of John, Joseph, Mrs. Gustie Stockman, the late Fred, Gustave and Emily, residence, 1444 W. 85 St., died Friday, Feb. 19, 1960.
Friends may call at McGorray Bros. Lakewood Home, 14133 Detroit Ave., Lakewood, Ohio where services will be held Thursday, Feb. 25, at 1 p.m
Member of Carpenters Union Local No. 182.
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Licking

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Gerald W. "Bill" Miller 1921-2005

Contribution — 2013-04-27 13:29:11Z

NEWARK-
Mr. Gerald W. "Bill" Miller, 84, of Newark, Ohio died Monday, May 9, 2005, at Arlington Nursing Home.

He was born Feb. 5, 1921, in Toboso, Ohio to the late Ora Clinton and Elsie (Romine) Miller.

Mr. Miller retired from Rockwell Manufacturing in 1982.
He was a member of UAW Union Local 1037.
He was a former employee of the B & O Railroad.

He loved spending time with his family. He enjoyed listening to sporting events on the radio and volunteering at the church printing office.
He had formerly played guitar for church services.

Mr. Miller served in the U.S. Army during World War II.

Survivors include his wife, Doris (Grimes) Green-Miller, whom he married Nov. 26, 1960; children, Marvin W. (Cindy) Miller of Frazeysburg, Ohio, Stephen R. (Beth) Miller of Dresden, Ohio, Carol (Ralph) Hanby of Nashport, Ohio, Roger (Diane) Green of Lockport, N.Y., Clarence (Beverly) Green of Newark, and Marjorie (Dale) Holtz of Nashport, OH; sister, Letha (Walter) Brookover of Toboso, Ohio; brother, Ronald (Betty) Miller of Perryton, Ohio; 27 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Neil E. Miller; sister, Maxine Miller; and brothers, Russell Miller and Dale "Scrump" Vernon.

A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, May 12, 2005, at Church of God, God's Acres, 675 Cedar St., Newark, Ohio with Pastor Roger Decker and Minister Joshua Miller officiating.
Burial will follow at Newark Memorial Gardens with full military rites by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.

Calling hours will be observed from 2 to 4 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 11, at the Newark Chapel of Vensil-Orr & Chute Funeral Home, 1850 W. Main St.
Calling hours will be observed one hour before services at the church Thursday.

The family suggest contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Ohio. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

For additional information, or to sign our Online Memorial Guest Book, visit www.vocfh.com and click "obituaries."

Floyd Franklin Baughman 1919-2013

Contribution — 2013-04-17 13:00:55Z

BALTIMORE: Floyd Franklin Baughman, age 93, of Baltimore, Ohio passed away peacefully in his home on Monday, April 15, 2013.

Floyd was born November 16, 1919 in Outville, OHIO the son of Roy and Laura (Court) Baughman.

Floyd was a WWII veteran, proudly serving in the 1st Cavalry, 8th Engineers Squadron, one of the first units entering Japan, spending most of his time in the Philippines in Leyte and Luzon. He was an Operations Officer and played in a five member country band helping entertain the troops.

Floyd married Louella (Ruckman) Baughman in August of 1947, recently celebrating 65 years of marriage.
His hobbies were country music and cars; a retired mechanic of over 30 years from Harter's Garage in Thurston. In addition to his love for friends and family, his passion included annual visits to the Fairfield County Fair, attending every year since 1946 where it became a family tradition and reunion averaging 40-50 Baughman's traveling as far as Florida and California.

He is survived by his wife, Louella. Sons, Mike (Joyce) King and Gene Baughman. Daughters, Susan Baughman, Lou Ann (Baughman) and Mike Peters. Grandchildren, Carla (Baughman) and Rob Armstrong , Michelle (King) and Matt Hooks, Amanda (King) and David Atrostic, Benjamin Adam (Nicole) Peters, Matthew (Nikki) Baughman, Sara (Eric) Peters, Doug Peters, Mike (CeCe) Peters, and Tracy (Peters) Holtel. Great Grandchildren, Blake (Nicole) Conley, Rhianna, Alex, Mac, Desmond, Samuel, Daxton, Brydon, Izabel, Landon, Sophia, Hayden, Zane, Cameron, Kayla, Andrea, Stephen, Brandin, Skye, Chase; and his special Euchre partner, Brenda.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Laura Baughman; sister, Katherine; brothers, Ralph, Donald, Lewis, Harry; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Family will receive friends for calling hours from 4-8 p.m. Thursday at the JOHNSON-SMITH FUNERAL HOME, 207 S Main St, Baltimore, OH 43105.
Funeral service for Floyd will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday at the funeral home with Reverend Robert Tussing officiating.
Burial will follow in Primitive Baptist Cemetery with Veterans Burial Rites performed by the Baltimore VFW Post 3761.

To send condolences and sign the online register, please visit: www.funeralhome.com

Published in the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette on April 17, 2013

James &Margaret Cunningham - Licking & Richland County Ohio

Contribution — 2013-04-14 16:22:13Z

In 1873, a furious debate took place on the pages of the newspaper Richland Shield and Banner over just who was the first white child born in Mansfield, Ohio — white back then meaning not an Indian.

In this corner, backing Mansfield H. Gilkison, were essentially the old guard of the city, and in that corner, literally the southeastern corner of the county, were supporters of Matilda, James and Margaret Cunningham’s daughter.

What stirred this contention after more than 60 years is anybody’s guess. My guess is the folks in Worthington Township were rather tired of Gilkison claiming the title. Leading the charge was Thomas B. Andrews, an old friend of the Cunningham family and whose younger brother, John, had married Matilda’s youngest sister, Sally.

Andrews’ word carried quite a bit of weight since he essentially named Independence (Butler), was its first postmaster and a justice of the peace in the township for 21 years. He also served as county commissioner for two terms.

Andrews kept a scrapbook consisting of newspaper articles, sometimes with handwritten notes, pasted into an outdated and boring book (agricultural statistics) and carefully clipped out all the letters pro and con Matilda’s claim — well, actually her family’s claim — since at this point she had been dead about a decade, leaving a husband, William Perry, and six children, all in Worthington Township.

Gilkison had the advantage of still being alive at 62 and still living in Mansfield, where everyone had decades of getting used to the idea of his holding this honor. He was rather offended by the challenge to his birthright, to say the least.

Among the letters supporting Matilda was one from her mother, really the ultimate authority because she was right there, and another from her elder half sister, Elizabeth Cunningham Baughman, who was the mother of historian A.J. Baughman. Both letters are full of wonderful detail of Mansfield’s first days.

On Jan. 31, 1873, Margaret Cunningham wrote:

THOMAS B. ANDREWS, ESQ., DEAR SIR

Having seen an article in the Shield and Banner of the 22nd ult. censuring you for vindicating the truth in this, that my daughter Matilda was the first white child born in the town of Mansfield, I submit this my statement in reference to the matter.

My husband and myself came to Mansfield in May 1809. August 23, 1809, we had a daughter born to us in the town of Mansfield when there was but one log cabin in the place, built by a Mr. Martin for a boarding house.

Mr. Martin lived in this cabin but a short time and left abruptly, having sold whiskey to the Indians contrary to law. Some one threatened to prosecute him for the offence, and he left. As soon as he left, Mr. Jacob Newman, living near or what was more recently called Beam’s or Campbell’s Mill, came with his team and moved us from where we lived on a piece of land about one or two miles below said mill belonging to my uncle, Henry Myers, to the aforesaid house for the purpose of boarding those that might attend the selling of the school lands and town lots.

Winn Winship, Mr. Wallace and a Mr. Pearce, boarded with us. Pearce was the crier of the sale. Winn Winship boarded with us until Mr. Coffinberry came out and built a house, I think on the angling corner of the square from our house. We used water from the big spring — our house was up the hill from the spring on or near the corner of the square nearest the spring. We did not cross any running water between our house and the spring.

Mr. Coffinberry and a Mr. Bryson built their houses about the same time. These are the three houses said to be here at the time the father and mother of M.H. Gilkison came, as claimed by Mrs. Gilkison in an interview I had with her at the county fair in 1869, to Mansfield. This Mr. Gilkison did not come here with Mr. Coffinberry, but his brother did, who also married a Coffinberry.

This Winn Winship was a singular little man, short, round face, dark complexion, very talkative, wore a cue, quite a fop, was not very particular what he ate so that he got milk and after we discharged him, he went to Mr. Coffinberry’s to board. He used to send little George Coffinberry down to our house every day with a tin quart cup for milk with a silver sixpence always in the cup.

We remained in this house until about October 1810 when we moved to a cabin in what is now Monroe Township near the St. John’s Church, where our second child was born November 16th, 1810. After the Coffinberry and Bryson houses were built, Mr. Jacob Newman sold out at the mill and came and built a log house near the town — I think south of where we lived.

On March 1, 1873, Elizabeth elaborated, in essence speaking for their father:

I am the eldest daughter of Capt. James Cunningham, and know that the statement of Mr. Andrews concurs with what my father always claimed…

When he first came to this county he located two or three miles southeast of where the city now stands, near, I believe, to the place where the block-house was afterwards built. A log cabin was afterward erected on the present site of Mansfield, It stood, I think, near where Mr. Keating now lives, at the northeast corner of the park, and a man (whose name I have forgotten) moved into it. But for selling whisky to the Indians in violation of law — a Congressional Act, I suppose — he had to leave the county. The seat of justice, I think, was at Clinton, Knox County.

One of the proprietors of the (then-contemplated) town of Mansfield got father to consent to move into the cabin to board the coming surveying party and entertain persons who might come to buy town lots, etc. But my stepmother’s consent was not so easily obtained.

She said they had but little to eat themselves and were not prepared to “keep tavern.” She was told they had as much as their neighbors, etc. She consented. ...

Father shelled two bushels of corn, “packed” the same day on horseback to the mills near Clinton, remained there all night and returned home with the meal the next day. The day following, they removed to the cabin spoken of, which was — father always claimed — the first house built in Mansfield and the only one here at the time.

Their bill of fare consisted chiefly of cornbread and wild meats. And in that same cabin on the 23d day of August, 1809, my half sister, Matilda, was born. Father only remained there about a year, then removed to the Greentown settlement on the Black Fork, where on Nov. 16, 1810, the next child, Mary was born.

In 1812, father returned with the family to Licking County. He then entered the army. At the close of the war he returned to Licking County where he taught school one winter, then came again to this county and located near the Kinney — now know as the Pervine & Darling — mills on the Clear Fork, about three miles below Newville, where he remained until about 1824, then removed to Worthington Tp., to what is known as the McKibben farm, where he lived for several years, then purchased the adjoining farm, where he lived until his death in August 1870.

I have often heard father say that Mansfield H. Gilkison was the first white MALE child born in Mansfield. In fact, it is of MALE CHILDREN that mention is generally made. … Had father remained permanently in town or had the child been a boy, the fact, no doubt it would have been better remembered...”

NEXT WEEK: The Gilkison side of the argument.

Peggy Mershon is a retired copy editor and local historian. She can be reached at Marwelmer@aol.com.

Mansfield News Journal

Re: Leonidas Orr

rizorgranddaughter — 2013-04-14 04:38:48Z

If I have calculated correctly I am the great granddaughter of Andrew Jackson Rizor. I am brand new at tracing my family, but I have seen connections between us and the Orr's. Is this correct?

The Many Daniel MOOREs of Licking County, OH and Rock Island County, IL

gramssearch — 2013-04-12 13:21:53Z

Daniel Moore, b. about 1800, is the father of Rebecca Moore (my 2nd great grandmother). She was b. 1821 Licking County, OH, m. Richard Gibson Brown 1844 Rock Island County, IL, d. 1910 Logan, Harrison County, IA.
A Daniel Moore had a land patent in 1837 Mary Ann Township, Licking County, OH.
In 1820 OH census, 2 Daniel Moores are listed, one in Burlington Township and one Harrison Township, OH.
In 1855 IL census Township 16 Rock Island, IL a Daniel Moore is listed. He's too young to be Rebecca's father, but suspect part of her family as he is living near Hiram Andrews, the first husband of my step great grandmother.

Also find Daniel Grove Moore, MD b. 1844 Illinois City, Rock Island, IL, d. 1914 Cook County, IL. Is he Rebecca's relative?

Any information is greatly welcomed!
Beth

Larry L. Williams

Contribution — 2013-04-02 16:17:42Z

JOHNSTOWN: Larry L. Williams, 66 of Johnstown, Ohio died Monday, April 1, 2013 at his residence.

He was born July 18, 1946 in Columbus, Ohio to the late Oretha Virginia (Carter) Williams and Virgil F. Williams of Somerset, Ohio.

He retired from Lucent Technologies as a production associate with 34 years of service.
He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam era.

He was a member of the Ohio Western Horse Association and Muskingum Valley Horse Association.
He was a member of the Telephone Pioneers Club and the Masonic Lodge and Scottish Rite orders.

In addition to his father he is survived by his wife of 44 years, Linda C. (Gorsuch) Williams; sons, Larry L. Williams, Jr, of Newark, Ohio, Chad (Carrie) Williams of Croton, Ohio; grandchildren, Audra (Bret) Kaser, Chase Williams, Owen Williams, Ila Williams; great-granddaughter, Meghan Kaser; father-in-law, Ralph J. Gorsuch of Westerville, Ohio.

In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by a brother, Terry Williams.

Calling hours will be observed 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 3, 2013 at the VENSIL & CHUTE FUNERAL HOME, 1850 West Main Street, Newark, Ohio.

Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. Thursday, April 4, 2013 in the Newark Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home. Military funeral honors will be provided by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.

Memorial contributions requested for Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio, P.O. Box 430, Newark, Ohio 43058-0430.

www.vocfh.com

Darwin Z. McDowell

Contribution — 2013-03-31 14:19:32Z

NEWARK: Darwin Z. "Mac" McDowell, age 66, of Newark, Ohio passed away peacefully on Friday, March 22, 2013 at the Community Hospice Bailey Center in St. Augustine, Florida.

He was born December 30, 1946 in Mt. Vernon, Ohio (Knox County) to the late Wright L. and Clare Burdell (Richcreek) McDowell.

Darwin was a graduate of Licking Valley High School class of 1964.
He served during Vietnam in the US Army 2nd Battalion, 11th Field Artillery.
Darwin retired from Rockwell International (Arvin-Meritor) after 35 years of service.

He is survived by his former wife, Linda (Burden) McDowell of St. Louisville, Ohio; a daughter, Darlene (McDowell) Schmus of Newark, Ohio; and a granddaughter, Lauren Schmus of Melbourne, Australia.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, 2013 at Pleasant View United Methodist Church.

Inurnment will follow at Barnes Cemetery with the Licking County Veterans Alliance providing military honors.

Friends may call prior to the service at Pleasant View United Methodist Church, 6031 Fallsburg Road, Newark, Ohio from 9-11 a.m.

The Newark Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service, 59 North Fifth Street, Newark is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to Pleasant View United Methodist Church, 6031 Fallsburg Rd., NE, Newark, OH 43055

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the McDowell family.

veteran

Jackie L. Underwood, M.D.

Contribution — 2013-03-28 14:46:20Z

Dr. Jackie L. Underwood, M.D.

NEWARK: A memorial service for Dr. Jackie L. Underwood, M.D. age 61, of Newark, Ohio will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 30, 2013 at The United Church of Granville, 115 West Broadway, with Rev. Dwight Davidson officiating. Friends may call prior to the service from 10-11 a.m.
A reception with refreshments will follow.

Dr. Underwood passed away on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at her residence.

She was born July 13, 1951 in Bellefontaine, Ohio to the late Jack Cory and Ada Maxine (Fullerton) Straub.

Dr. Underwood was a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Medicine, where she received her Medical Degree. Jackie completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Miami where she majored in Music and was an accomplished Bassoonist.

Prior to enrolling in medical school, she attended the University of Cincinnati. She completed an internship and a residency in family practice through the University of Minnesota at North Memorial Medical Center.

Dr. Underwood was board certified in family practice and also in hospice and palliative medicine.
She was a member of the Licking Memorial Hospital Active Medical Staff from 1982 to 2006.

Jackie also spent one year in Wairoa, New Zealand providing patient care.
After returning from New Zealand she rejoined LMH and retired in 2010 and was appointed to the Honorary Section of the Medical Staff.
Service to the community was important to her as she served as a Medical Director for Hospice of Central Ohio from 1999 to 2007. Dr. Underwood was named Mental Health Association Physician of the Year in 1995 and Hospice of Central Ohio Physician of the Year in 1999 and 2000.

Jackie was a member of United Church of Granville and a regular participant in the feminist Sunday School Class. She completed two mission trips: a trip with her church to Nicaragua and a medical mission to Haiti with colleagues. She will be remembered as a devoted friend and doctor and a loving mother.

She is survived by her children, Sarah, Susie, and Mitchell Underwood; her siblings, Karen Welch, Lisa Starcher, Christy Straub and Brad Straub, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service, 59 North Fifth Street, Newark is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio, P.O. Box 430, Newark, OH 43058 or United Church of Granville, 115 West Broadway, Granville, OHIO 43023.

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the Underwood family.

Published in the Advocate on March 28, 2013

Logan

D. Robert Tharp

Contribution — 2013-03-23 01:33:27Z

HEATH: D. Robert Tharp, Age 75, of Heath, Ohio passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2013 at the Selma Markowitz Care Center (operated by Hospice of Central Ohio).

Born April 1, 1937 in Columbus, Ohio he was a son of the late George D. and Doris L. (Forshey) Tharp.

Mr. Tharp was a 1955 graduate of Westerville High School and a 1959 graduate of Otterbein College where he received a B.S. Degree in Education.
He received a Master's Degree in Secondary School Administration from Ohio University, Athens, Ohio in 1967.

Robert served for 46 years in public schools in Licking County as a teacher, coach and principal.
He enjoyed coaching Jr. High football, track and boy's and girl's basketball.

Mr. Tharp retired in 1995 after serving twenty seven years as principal of Licking Valley Junior High School. Following his retirement, he worked nine years as an attendance officer for some 20 schools in Licking County.

Robert served for 36 years as a member, speaker and officer for the Licking County Camp of Gideon's Intl.
Robert attended the Harrison Chapel Bible Methodist Church for 48 years, where he served as Sunday school superintendent and teacher for many years.
He served on the Board of Directors for the Licking County Aging Program, Trustee for the Licking County Historical Society and was a member of the Katzenjammer Kids.

Bob Tharp was an avid local historian.
He wrote numerous articles on Licking County history, and spoke to many local groups about area history. He assisted in writing a book entitled, "A Bicentennial History of Licking County, Ohio 1808-2008".

Robert was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He enjoyed attending the many activities and sporting events of his grandchildren.
He also enjoyed hunting and fishing and was an avid gardener for many years.

He is survived by his loving wife, Reta Kaye (Teets) Tharp, whom he married on August 8, 1964; daughters and sons-in-law, Linda and Dave Mason of Heath, OH; Denise and Mike Wilson of Mansfield, Ohio; and Beth Tharp of Heath; grandchildren, Makenna Mason, Ethan, Delaney and Karlie Wilson; brother, Jim Tharp of Westerville, Ohio; niece, Stephanie (Collins) Wolford of Columbus, Ohio; great-nephews, Kyle and Trevor and great-niece, Addison.

Friends may call from 2-6 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2013 at the Heath Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta Stickle Funeral and Cremation Service, 1249 Hebron Rd., Heath, OH.

A funeral service for D. Robert Tharp will be held on Monday, March 25, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the Heath Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta Stickle Funeral Service with sons-in-law, Pastor Mike Wilson and Dave Mason, Minister officiating.
Burial will follow in Newark Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions kindly requested to be made to the Licking County Historical Society, 5 North 6th Street, Newark, OHIO 43055.

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the Tharp family.

Toboso

Re: searching for Cyrus Hair and wife Mariah

dwills54 — 2013-03-21 13:40:10Z

Cyrus is listed as Hare in his obituary. That is how his memorial is posted on Find A Grave.

Re: searching for Cyrus Hair and wife Mariah

dwills54 — 2013-03-21 13:36:11Z

Cyrus and Mariah were married in Licking County OH in 1857. Both had been previously married.
Mariah died 22 Oct 1926 Cyrus died 20 March 1888.
Both are buried in North Lawn Cemetery in Utica OH.
Mariah remarried after his death.
I have added their memorial on FindAGrave. If you aren't familiar with that, email me and I will send you their obits and additional information..
dw54dw@windstream.net

Suzanne Philipps Wiget

Contribution — 2013-03-20 15:31:58Z

NEWARK: A graveside service for Suzanne Lorena Philipps Wiget, 70, of Newark, Ohio will be held at 3:00 P.M. Saturday, March 23, 2013 at Welsh Hills Cemetery in Granville, Ohio.

A direct descendant of Thomas Philipps and Theophilus Rees who settled the Welsh Hills in 1803, Suzanne passed away Saturday, March 16, 2013 at Cincinnati Hospice East.

She was born August 28, 1942 in Newark, Ohio to the late Samuel D. and Helen O. (Hartman) Philipps.

Suzanne was a 1960 graduate of Granville High School and attended Ohio University.
She was employed at the Newark Air Force Base and recently retired from Consumer Support Service where she had been a manager for 16 years.
She will be remembered as a loving mother.

Surviving are her son, Terry Wiget of Cincinnati; daughter, Lisa Wiget of Columbus, Ohio; brother, Warren (Cheryl) Philipps of Georgia; sister, Jennifer (James) Welsh of Granville, OH; 10 nieces and nephews, many great nieces and nephews, aunts uncles, and cousins.

In addition to her parents, Suzanne was preceded in death by her sister, Sylvia Dee Philipps McClain; and brother, Andy Philipps.

Family and friends may call from 4 to 7 P.M. Friday, March 22, 2013 at the McPeek-Hoekstra Funeral Home, 133 S. Prospect St., Granville.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.mcpeekhoekstra.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen For The Cure, 929 Eastwind Dr., Suite 211, Westerville, OHIO 43081 or the Licking County Historical Society.

Thomas R. Gerhart

Contribution — 2013-03-20 15:27:27Z

NEWARK, Ohio: Thomas R. Gerhart, 66, succumbed to the ravages of Advanced Agressive Supranuclear Palsy and peacefully passed away at home on Tuesday, March 19, 2013.

He is survived by his wife and love of his life, Beverly J. (Bev) Gerhart; a son, Thomas Robinson Gerhart, Jr.; he is also survived by a sister-in-law, Carolyn Blair of Utica, Ohio; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dan and Pat Mason of Newark; a daughter-in-law, Tammy Gerhart of Pennsylvania; two grandchildren, Averie and Dylan Gerhart; a brother, John Gerhart and sister, Susan Gerhart; and all VietNam Veterans, who are his true brothers and sisters.

Tom graduated from Utica Senior High School in 1964, attended Ohio State University but left college to join the United States Navy and serve his country in VietNam, where he was wounded in combat and received a Purple Heart.

He was a Senior Internal Auditor and employee of AEP for 42 years.
He was a member of The Utica United Methodist Church and The Mobile Riverine Force Association.
He loved fishing, football, and taking hand-in-hand walks with Bev.

At Tom's request, there will be no calling hours and he is to be cremated and his ashes scattered at the place where he and Bev had their first date.

Visit www.law-bakerfuneralhome.com to extend condolences to the family.

Law-Baker Funeral Home, 34 N Main St., Utica, Ohio is assisting the family with arrangements.

Licking

Helen Buckingham Warrington English

Contribution — 2013-03-20 15:23:43Z

NEWARK:

Helen B. English, 94, of Newark, Ohio passed away March 18, 2013 at Kindred of Newark.

She was born in Newark, Ohio on August 6, 1918 to the late Clyde J. and Minnie (Sturman) Buckingham.

Mrs. English was a long time member of Christ United Methodist Church and retired from there as the Administrative Assistant.
She also was a past member of the Pataskala Eastern Star.

She is survived by a son, Jack E. Warrington, Jr., of Granville, Ohio; two daughters, Cinda Sue Browning of Arizona and Patricia Lightle of Utica, Ohio; two sisters, Alice Engle of Lancaster, Ohio and Marian Miller of Newark; eight grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her first husband, Jack E. Warrington, Sr., who passed away in 1974 and her second husband, Robert English, who passed away in 1984; and a sister, Marjorie Watts.

Memorial contributions may be made to Heartland Hospice, 6500 Busch Blvd Suite 210, Columbus, OH 43229.

A funeral service for Helen B. English, age 94, of Newark, will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, March 22, at the Newark Chapel of Henderson-Van Atta-Stickle Funeral & Cremation Service with Pastor Sam Harnish celebrant.

Burial will follow at Newark Memorial Gardens.

Friends may call from 3-6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, at the funeral home, 59 North Fifth Street, Newark, OH.

Please visit www.hendersonvanatta.com to view a memorial and to leave a message of condolence for the English family.

Licking

Barbara Bowman Smith

Contribution — 2013-03-20 14:30:26Z

LANCASTER: Barbara M. Smith, 70, of Lancaster, Ohio passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013 at the Pickering House Hospice.

She was born on December 24, 1942 to Wilma Josephine Blizzard Bowman and the late Max Edward Bowman.

Barb was a graduate of Newark High School, Class of 1961.

She retired from Anchor Hocking Glass, Lancaster, Ohio.
She was a volunteer in the PTO and a Girl Scout leader when her children were growing up.
She was a member of the VFW Post 1380 and the Women of the Moose.
Barb enjoyed the outdoors and loved camping, swimming and watching hummingbirds.

Barb is survived by her husband of 50 years, Robert Smith; sons Bradley and Bryan "Bubba" Smith; daughter Becky (Johnny) Eisz; granddaughter Erica Eisz; brothers Richard (Linda) Bowman and Gary (Carol) Bowman; mother Josephine Bowman; special friends Sandy French, Kathy Dean and Doris Gaines; "favorite" cousin Ron Bowman and many other cousins, nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father, Barb was preceded in death by her foster sister Wanoka Wright Hill; mother-in law Josephine Smith, father-in-law Paul Smith, brother-in-law Don Smith and sister-in-law Sharon Bowman.

A gathering to celebrate Barb's life will take place on Saturday, March 23rd at 1:00 p.m. at the Moose Lodge at 1201 Sugar Grove Road SE, Lancaster, Ohio.

Memorial contributions may be made to FairHope Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., or to any Girl Scout Council.

Barb's family would like to thank the staff at Lancaster Hematology-Oncology, Inc., Fairfield Medical Center, CaretendersVNA, and the staff of the Pickering House for their excellent end of life care provided to her during her illness.

To send an online condolence and sign the guestbook, please visit www.sheridanfuneralhome.net and click obituaries

Re: searching for Cyrus Hair and wife Mariah

MMiller1975 — 2013-03-20 12:26:40Z

You may find this link helpful on Cyrus Hair.
http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/6304070/person/6089470645

and this link on his wife:
http://trees.ancestry.com/tree/6304070/person/6089465643

searching for Cyrus Hair and wife Mariah

richard_vanwagenen — 2013-03-20 07:03:33Z

am searching for Cyrus amd Mariah Hair. Last record that I have found them on is the 1880 census. Cyrus was ca 67 years old and Mariah was ca 34 years old

Larry - son of Gertrude Virginia (Irvin) Porter 1938-2013

Contribution — 2013-03-17 21:27:52Z

Larry Joe Porter, M.D

FORT MYERS, FL: Larry Joe Porter, M.D, 74 passed away peacefully Sunday March 3, 2013 in Fort Myers, Florida.
He was born August 21, 1938 in Zanesville, OHIO to George and Gertrude (Irvin) Porter and grew up in Gratiot, Ohio.

Dr. Porter attended Hopewell High School, Earned a BS (Cum Laude) from Muskingum College and an MD from The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
He completed his residency at Charlotte Memorial Hospital in Charlotte, NC and practiced as an orthopedic surgeon and hand specialist in Zanesville, OH.

Dr. Porter was an orthopedic surgeon at Bethesda Hospital and Team physician for Zanesville High School. He was a novelist and published author of "Simple Changes: The Boomer's Guide to a Healthier Happier Life".
He was a playwright, actor, director and producer with the Zanesville, Cambridge and Ft. Myers Community Theaters.
As a trumpet, cornet and flugelhorn musician, he was a member of Dick Simcox Big Band, The Zanesville Jazz and the Southeastern Ohio Symphonic Winds.
He was a member of the Elks Club, Jackson Lodge 85 F & AM and the Rotary Club.
He was a restaurateur, model, golfer, gin rummy and crossword puzzle fan, friend, father and grandfather.

Dr. Porter is survived by his brother Douglas Porter; his children Amy Rouan, Katherine Owen, L.J Porter II; and his grandchildren, Derek Schmidt, Teo Porter and Porter Rouan. He was preceded in death by his brother Phil Porter.

Memorial Services will be held at Gratiot United Methodist Church, Gratiot, Ohio on Saturday April 20th at 11 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Gratiot United Methodist Church, Gratiot, Ohio.

Muskingum
Licking

Re: Newark Memorial Gardens

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-03-08 01:54:20Z

I did find it. I have to add two people, as I did not find them listed....

Thanks for the reply...

Re: Newark Memorial Gardens

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-03-08 01:53:18Z

Big Dummy. I must have been putting something in wrong. I am looking for James Ellis and wife, Agnes graves.I checked findagrave and they aren't listed. I have to add them...

Re: Newark Memorial Gardens

donnakinney51 — 2013-03-07 22:20:37Z

What do you need? I live very close to the cemetery.
Donna

Re: Newark Memorial Gardens

dedmod1 — 2013-03-07 21:17:35Z

Are you looking for a particular person or the cemetery itself? If you go to findagrave it's listed and has references to 1772 interments.

Newark Memorial Gardens

hutchinsgeorganna — 2013-03-07 19:50:22Z

Need info. Could it be listed under another name////