All Obituaries

Michelle Joann (Shafer) Perrill, 56, of Jeffersonville passed away October 1, 2023, at the OSU Medical Center following an extended illness. Michelle was born July 14, 1967, in Salem, Ohio to the late Leman Shafer and Patricia (Holzer) Wilkins. She was a member of the Miami Trace High School Class of 1986. Michelle had worked for many years as a dispatcher and manager for various EMS agencies. Michele was a strong-willed person who lived life to the fullest and she did it on her terms. She...

Edward L Groves, Jr. passed away October 1, 2023, at Legacy of Hillsboro following a prolonged Illness. Edward was born May 16, 1954, in Washington Court House to the late Edward and Virginia (Sealine) Groves, Sr. He attended Samantha Freewill Baptist Church. He enjoyed fishing in his free time. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Ellen Mick. Edward is survived by his wife, the former Willa Jean Francis, whom he married January 31, 1976; his children, Deborah...

John William “Bill” Seitz, 81, of Bloomingburg passed away peacefully on September 30, 2023. Bill was born July 7, 1942, in Cardington, Ohio to the late Leroy and Gladys (McCoy) Seitz. Bill attended Unity Fellowship Church. He was a very giving and generous person. More than once he opened his house to the homeless in an attempt to get them back on their feet. He was also a good cook and was known for making big meals which he would share with friends and neighbors. Bill enjoyed...

Barbara Jean (Horner) Roberts, 81, of Washington Court House, Ohio, formerly of Mantua, passed away September 26, 2023, at her home. Barbara was born March 05, 1942, in Ravenna, Ohio to Webster and Betty (Pennel) Horner. Following High School, she attended Kent State University, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree. Barbara had worked for nearly 16 years at Lima Memorial Hospital as their Director of Volunteers. She later worked as a volunteer herself at both the Medina...

Beverly Kay Hawkins, 72, of Washington Court House passed away peacefully at her home on September 19, 2023. Beverly was born October 10, 1950, in Greenfield, Ohio to Walter and Francis (Newlan) Welch. She was a gifted Tole Painter, and enjoyed reading and drawing. She was also an excellent baker and would invite her grandchildren to assist her in the kitchen. Beverly was preceded in death by her father, an infant child, and by a son-in-law, Brian Bennett. Remaining to cherish her memory...

Stacie Lynette Beucler, 39, of Washington Court House passed away peacefully on September 14, 2023, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Stacie was born May 10, 1984, in Washington Court House, Ohio. She was a graduate of the Washington Senior High School Class of 2002. Throughout her school career she participated in both Softball and marching band. Following school, she worked as a medical assistant. Though her life was short in years, the time she spent with us was full and...

Dixie Lee (Ball) Hooper, 82, of Washington Court House, formerly of Dresden, Ohio, passed away August 22, 2023, four days shy of her 83rd birthday. Dixie was born on August 26, 1940, in Zanesville, Ohio to the late Porter and Daynee (Melvin) Ball. She had retired from the Brockway Glass company in Zanesville. Dixie was a long time 4-H advisor in Muskingum County and also retired as the Madison Township Clerk. For many years, Dixie spent her weekends as a vendor at the various craft shows...

William “Bill” Paul Metz, 73, of Jamestown passed away August 9, 2023, at the Kettering Health Hospital in Dayton, Ohio. Bill was born March 27, 1950, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Paul and Mary Lou (Hawker) Metz. He was a graduate of Beavercreek High School class of 1968. Bill was a carpenter by trade, specializing in commercial structures. He had 55 years of service to the United Brotherhood of Carpenters. Outside of work Bill enjoyed time working in his garden and canning some...

Ted E Metz, 66, of Jeffersonville passed unexpectedly August 5, 2023. Ted was born November 11, 1956, in Dayton, Ohio to the late Paul and Mary Lou (Hawker) Metz. He had been a hard worker all his life. He worked as a Union Carpenter until his retirement, then took on a farming job working for a family friend. Ted was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a family man and enjoyed time spent with them as much as possible and playing cards.  Ted is survived by his...

Rebecca “Becky” Michelle Derreberry, 52, of Washington Court House passed away at her home on Monday, July 31, 2023. Becky was born January 23, 1971, in Fayette County to Roger and Priscilla (Duncan) Penwell. She was a lifelong animal lover, especially cats and dogs. She liked spending her free time playing games on her tablet and she loved collecting porcelain dolls and finding treasures at yard sales. Becky was preceded in death by two husbands. Along with her parents, she...