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THURSDAY, JANUARY 29, 2015 DAYTON DAILY NEWS COMPLETE. IN-DEPTH. DEPENDABLE. B5 LOWE, Michael Thomas Age 51, formerly of Dayton, passed away Jan. 24, 2015.

Visitation 1-2 p.m., Jan. 31 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel, Murrells Inlet, SC. SCHULTZ, Edward F. Age 94 of Miamisburg passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at Kingston of Miamisburg. He was born on September 26, 1920 in Dayton to the late, Ralph Weidle and Margaret McGinn.

Also preceding him in death is his wife of 67 years, Ruth (Zimmerman) Schultz; son, Edward Lee Schultz; daughter, Kay Neff and son-in-law, Ron Neff. Ed is survived by his daughter, Karen (Jim) Schnapp; daughter-in-law, Pat Schultz; grandchildren, Tracey (Michael) Fox, Tamyka (Richard) Evans, Doug (Kristie) Schultz, Tony (Amber) Schnapp, Andrea (Matt) Stotler, Jeff and Jason Howard; great-grandchildren, Jessica Fox, Luke and Ethan Schultz, Logan and Lainey Schnapp and Ryann Evans; special friends, Judy Murray, David and Vicki Thomas and many other extended family and friends. Ed graduated from Miamisburg HS in 1938 and worked at Chrysler Air-Temp for over 39 years. He worked with Suttman's Men and Boys Clothing for 20 years, was past President of the Miamisburg Alumni and Miamisburg Band Association, while also being an honored alumni. Ed is a 33rd degree Mason Ancient Accepted, Scottish Rite Valley of Dayton, past Worshipful Master in the year of 1955 and a 70 year member of Minerva Lodge a dedicated secretary of Minerva Lodge for 45 years, Trinity Chapter member for 69 years, a High Twelve member, Valley Commandery member for 67 years and a past Illustrious Master Adoniram Council member for 67 years.

Ed's family would like to thank the staff of Kingston, especially the A Hall nurses, Becky Kelley, Peggy Jenkins, Theresa Tschanz, the STNA's of day shift, Lori Rush, Denise Hall, Kelly Klosterman, Regina Hall and the staff of Heartland Hospice for all of their wonderful care and support. Friends and family may visit from 10am-11am on Saturday, January 31 at Gebhart-Schmidt- Parramore Funeral Home followed by the funeral service at 11am with Pastor Steve Smith officiating. Interment will be in Hillgrove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Shriner's Hospital, in memory of Ed. Personal condolences may be left for his family by visiting www.gebhartschmidtparramore.

com PHILLIPS, John Thomas Age 68, of Jacksonville, Florida, and formerly of Franklin, OH; died Sunday January 25, 2015 at St. Vincent Hospital. He was born in Berkley, California on February 3, 1946 to Paul and Helen (Cast) Phillips. He graduated from Carlisle High School class of 1964. John served in the U.S.

Navy for 15 years during the Vietnam War. He was retired as a dental lab technician following 40 years of service He was preceded in death by his father, Paul Phillips, mother, Helen Phillips, his first wife, Shirley Phillips; two brothers Paul and Chadwick Phillips. John is survived by his second wife Kathy (Gladman) Phillips; three daughters, Kim (Curt) Vaughn, Karen (Ellis) Shockley, Kelley (Paul) Gray; Son, John Thomas (Tara) Phillips 11 grandchildren; 1 great grandson; two sisters, Deliah (Bud) Clouse, Patricia (Gene) Schartz; numerous nieces nephews and other family. Funeral services are 12:00 pm Saturday January 31, 2015 at Anderson Funeral Homes 1357 East Second Street Franklin, Ohio with Rev. Lamar Ferrell, John Thomas Phillips Jr.

officiating. Burial will be in Springboro Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at the funeral home. Please visit www.anderson-fh.com to send an online condolence. MORELAND, Horace Age 80, passed January 24, 2015 at Hospice of Dayton.

Born in Carrolton, GA to Annie Ruth Holland and Lewis Moreland. Horace attended the Carrollton County Training School in Georgia through the 6th grade. He served in the Army during peacetime as a Private working as a service man. Horace began working at WPAFB in 1956 and retired November 2, 1979. He was preceded in death by his father, Lewis Moreland and mother, Annie Ruth Holland and siblings: brothers, Adolf, Sammy (Cora), Oscar Jr.

and sisters, Beulah, Ruby and Alice. His grandmother, Jane Stokes and grandfather, Daniel Moreland. He is survived by his children and step children, daughter, Brenda Weaver (Namon deceased), Delores Strayhorn (Larry) Tryla Bentley (Fred), Jackie Oliver (Warren), Eunice Swinger (Eugene Maria Young (Victor) Alicesteno Harris (William III), Annie Moreland; sons, Emanuel Swindle, Alex Moreland a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren; nephews, Toni Moreland and Allen Moreland; niece, Frances Merritt and host of other special nieces and nephews and friends. Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday at Mt.

Zion Church of God Holiness 630 Blaine Ave. Dayton, OH. Viewing 1 hour prior to service. Interment Jefferson View Cemetery. Professional services entrusted to Bowman Young Funeral Chapel 2060 Germantown St.

www.youngfc.com SIEFRING, Bryan C. Age 35, of Ft. Recovery, passed away Jan. 27, 2015. Mass 10:30 a.m., Jan.

31 at St. Paul Church, Sharpsburg. Hogenkamp F.H., St. Henry. THOMPSON, Jane Young Age 88 of Kettering, passed away Friday, January 23, 2015.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, Russell H. and Helen W. Young; and her sister, Caroline Y. Kiefaber. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, John E.

Thompson; three children, Jeff Thompson (Joyce), Melissa Elliott (Bob), Polly Thompson (Ron Besaw); 10 grandchildren; 20 great grandchildren; and a brother, Clinton R. Young. She was a graduate of Katherine Gibbs Business School, member of the Junior League and a volunteer with Miami Valley Hospital for many years. Private service at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.

Arrangements in care of TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-FAR HILLS CHAPEL. Condolences may be made to www.tobiasfuneralhome.co TYRRELL, Kurt D. Age 58, passed away Jan. 27, 2015. Memorial Jan.

31, 1 PM at St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Dayton. Snider Funeral Home. PIATT, Geanise L. Age 71, of Dayton, went home to Heaven on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at Kettering Medical Center.

She was born October 30, 1943 in Shelbyville, Kentucky the daughter of the late Tommy and Ruby Giles. She was an avid U.K. fan and animal lover. Geanise is survived by her loving husband, Dale; two daughters, Angela (Jerry) LeBlanc and Susanna Piatt; son, Michael Centers; three grandchildren, Cassidie Anthony, Dylan LeBlanc and Ciarra Centers; two sisters, Doris LeCompte and Elise Smith-Giles; brother, Buddy (Nina) Giles; and many nieces, nephews and many loving friends. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m.

until the time of the funeral at 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 30, 2015 at Newcomer Funeral Home North Chapel, 4104 Needmore Dayton, Ohio 45424. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. at Dayton National Cemetery following the services. The family requests casual dress for the services, or your favorite sports team.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the family. The family would like thank the critical care staff unit and pastoral care at Kettering Medical Center. Please visit www.new- comerdayton.com to share a memory in the family guest book VOLLRATH, Kenneth J. Age 69, of Centerville passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 25, 2015, at his residence. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 14, 1945 and was adopted by the most loving parents, Werner W.

and Evangelyn E. (Nicol) Vollrath, both of whom preceded him in death. Kenneth is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Kathleen A. (Stewart) Vollrath; his son and daughter-in-law, Kevin C. and Lindsey (Von Lehman) Vollrath; two grandsons, Graham W.

and George M. Vollrath; an adopted sister, Melinda S. Wilson and her sons, Peter (Jill) Wilson and family, Tony (Kelly) Wilson and family; a brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Dr. David and Rebecca Stewart and their children, Brian (Anissa) Stewart and family, Lori (Stewart) and Jonah Baskin and family. He is also survived by numerous other loving relatives and friends.

Kenneth spent the majority of his working career for over 30 years as the Art Director for South-Western Publishing Company in Cincinnati. Since his retirement, he has spent the last years as a school bus driver (special needs) for Centerville City Schools. He truly loved this job. Kenneth attended Ohio University and was a graduate of the Pittsburgh Institute of Art. He was and avid painter and and an enthusiastic boater and camper.

Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2015, from the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME- BEAVERCREEK CHAPEL, 3970 Dayton-Xenia Road at Grange Hall Road with Reverend Steve Kimpel officiating. Interment will follow in Mt. Zion Shoup Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 5-8 p.m.

on Friday, January 30, 2015. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com MORSE, Rogge Bette Was born June 14, 1922, in Dayton, Ohio and passed away peacefully at her Kettering home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, Jan. 20. Visitation and celebration of life will be held 1 to 4 p.m.

Feb. 14 at Tobias Funeral Home, 5471 Far Hills Ave. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Wayne H. Morse daughter Melissa Morse (Craig) Murakami of Kettering; son, Wayne H. (Melissa) Morse Jr.

of Atlanta, Ga. and two grandsons, Tyler and Jordan Morse. Rogge Morse is a 1944 graduate of the University of Dayton and attended Northwestern and Columbia for post-graduate studies in English and drama. She received her master's degree from UD in 1977, which is the same year she began teaching communications at UD. Rogge Morse was awarded a doctor of humane letters in 1999 from UD for her service to the university.

Rogge Morse hosted the variety show "The Bette Rogge Show" from 1967 to 1977 on WHIO-TV interviewing nationally known celebrities and figures. She was inducted to the Dayton Area Broadcasters Hall of Fame in 2003 and continued her career as a broadcaster on local cable TV in the 1990s and 2000s. She was a philanthropist supporting the community she loved and her alma mater. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to UD, Hospice of Dayton or the Salvation of Army of Dayton. A gathering of friends will be held TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME-FAR HILLS CHAPEL, 5741 Far Hills Ave.

Dayton, OH, February 14, 2015 from 1-4 pm. Online condolences may be sent to www.tobiasfuneralhome.co SCHENCK, Gary Keith Age 72, of Kettering, passed away Jan. 23, 2015. Service Jan. 30, 1 p.m., Tobias Far Hills STOVER (Montgomery), Ella Jones (80) of Dayton, Ohio went to be with her Heavenly Father on January 22, 2015.

She lived a Godly life filled with generosity and lots of laughter. Ella is the daughter of the late John and Cindy Montgomery of Red Bud, Kentucky who lived their lives as an example of Christ. She was happily married to her late husband, Lee Roy Jones for 29 years and they had 4 children: Joy (Mike) Fanning, Debbie (Tim) Feeser, Lee (Jeff) Hensley and Lee Roy Jones Jr. She enjoyed 19 years of marriage to her late husband, Russell Stover, who passed away in 2006. She was devoted to her grandchildren Angil Corey, Shannon Mason, Eddie Inman, Lones (Ginger) Guillot, Lee Roy Guillot, Shelly Gray, Lauren (Derrick) Robinson, Ashton Jones and many great grandchildren.

A celebration of her life will be held on January 31, 2015 at Newcomer Funeral Home at 3pm. Friends may call from 1-3pm. 3940 Kettering Blvd. Kettering, Ohio 45439. WACKLER, Pamela D.

Age 63, of Fletcher, passed away Jan. 21, 2015. Memorial service Jan. 31, 2 p.m., Fisher -Cheney Funeral Home, Troy. HALL, John Age 37, of Oregonia, passed away Jan.

25, 2015. Service Jan. 30, 5:30 p.m., Stine Kilburn, Lebanon. HOLLER, Steven P. age 50, of Piqua, passed away Jan.

25, 2015. Celebration Jan. 31, 11 AM at Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home, Piqua OWENS, Marvin A. Age 58, of Dayton, passed away Jan. 12, 2015.

No service. Glickler Funeral Home. PHILLIS, Larry James Passed away Jan. 8, 2015. Memorial Jan.

29, 11:30 AM at Sidney American Legion. Salm-McGill and Tangeman Funeral Home. LARSON, Kenneth L. Age 72, of Dayton, passed away Jan. 28, 2015.

No service. Kindred Funeral Home, Englewood JONES, Pamela D. Age 65, passed January 25, 2015 at Hospice of Dayton. Born June 30, 1949 in Dayton, OH to Simon and Florence Taylor Deloney, Jr. 1967 graduate of Roosevelt High School and received an Associate's Degree from Sinclair Community College.

She was the owner and operator of Little Doves Academy. Preceded in death by parents, husband, Arlandus Jones and sister, Marcia DeLoney. Survived by brothers, Kevin Deloney and Keith Hardnett of Dayton, Gregory (Deborah) Deloney of Englewood, OH and Talbert Grooms of Trotwood, OH; nieces, Taylor and Madison Deloney of Englewood. Service of memory Friday, January 30, 2015 11:00 a.m. at Bowman Young Funeral Chapel 2060 Germantown Pastor Kevin DeLoney, officiating.

Family will receive friends 1 hour prior to service. Interment Dayton National Cemetery. www.youngfc.co SNYDER, Norma Jean Age 78, of Middletown, passed away Jan. 27, 2015. Visitation Jan.

31, 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m., Woodside Cemetery Chapel. Herr-Riggs F.H. STOVER, Michael T. "Terry" Age 66 of Dayton, passed away January 26, 2015.

Visitation will be held from 2-5 pm on Sunday, February 1, 2015 at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 am on Monday, February 2, 2015 at St. Henry Catholic Church, 6696 Springboro Pike, Dayton. PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN SERVICE LOCATION. MATHENY, Herbert E.

Age 69, of Moraine, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, January 26, 2015. Herbert retired from the GM truck bus Plant after 35 years of service. He was a lifetime member of the Dayton Auto Race Fan Club (D.A.R.F.). Herbert was also a member of the Moraine Eagles and the Miamisburg Moose. He was preceded in death by his parents, Bill Edna Matheny; sister, Loretta Brewer; son, Rodney Matheny; and very special cousin, Darrell Jackson.

Herbert is survived by his loving wife of 37 years, Jean Matheny; daughter, Barb Sprinkle; son, Bill (Nickey) Hagerman; grandchildren, Courtney (Norm), Kristin, Travis, Leighton and Sierra; special animals, Buffy, Abbie and Gage; siblings, Chuck (Jeannie) Matheny, Sue (Bill) McGuffie, Larry (Kathy) Matheny, Wayne (Debbie) Matheny and Hershell (Jean) Kidder; numerous aunts; uncles; nieces; nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends on Monday, February 2, 2015 from 5-8 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home South Chapel (3940 Kettering, Blvd Kettering, OH 45439). The service will be on Tuesday, February 3, 2015 at 11 am at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. To send a special message, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.co WILLIAMS, Michael S.

aka: BENZAR Age 47 of Miamisburg passed away Wednesday Jan. 28, 2015. Mike was born in Wilmington, OH on June 29,1967 to Bobby G. Williams and the late Susan L. (Neely) Griffith.

Surviving is his dad Bobby Williams, sister Christina Steele, brother Scott Williams, half-sister Jessica Griffith and half-brother Billy Griffith. A gathering of family and friends will be Saturday January 31, 2015 from 2-4 p.m. at the Sanner Funeral Home 800 So. Alex Rd. West Carrollton, OH 45449.

Cremation will follow PIRMAN, Ronald L. Age 73, of New Vienna, passed away Jan. 28, 2015. Mass Jan. 31, 10:30 AM at St.

Colum- bkille Catholic Church, Wilmington. Reynolds-Smith FH. MCGLONE, Donald E. 68 formerly of Englewood, passed away peacefully Monday, January 26, 2015 with his family at his side. Donald is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years JoAnn (nee Kiss) McGlone, daughter Michelle, son and daughter-in-law Jeff and Holly McGlone.

Also surviving are three grandchildren Abbigayle, Joseph and Emily Hodge, brother and sister-in-law Michael and Barb McGlone, sister and brother-in-law Patricia and David Wentz, many nieces, nephews and his grand-dogs Lawrence and Eugene. He was preceded in death by his parents Elroy and Mary (nee Sommer) McGlone and sister Jean McGlone. Donald was a US Air Force Veteran, former member of St. Anthony Catholic Church and a member of St. John's Catholic Church.

There will be a Gathering of Family and Friends Saturday, January 31, 2015 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 830 Bowen Street, Dayton starting at 9:30 am, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 am with Fr. Scott Right celebrant. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions in Memory of Donald may be made to Right to Life (www.nrlc.org) or St.

Jude's Children's Hospital Cancer Research (www.stjude.org/can- cercenter) Arrangements entrusted to the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME ENGLEWOOD CHAPEL. Messages of sympathy and support to Donald's family may be made at: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com POTTENGER Richard D. "Dick" Age 75, passed away January 27, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, John and Eileen Pottenger and two brothers, Jim and Kenny Pottenger. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Edie Pottenger; daughter, Debra Kay Pottenger; sons, Richard Pottenger (Melanie Heidkamp) and Doug Pottenger; brother, Eddie Pottenger; and numerous nieces, nephews, and fishing buddies.

Dick retired from after 43 years of services. He was an avid fisherman who spent many hours with his fishing buddies. The family will receive friends on Sunday, February 1, 2015 from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 4104 Needmore Rd. A funeral service will be held Monday, February 2, 2015 at 10:00 am at the funeral home, with his daughter, Debbie Kay Pottenger officiating. Interment will be held privately.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the charity of your choice. To send a message of condolence, please visit www.NewcomerDayton.co UMANA, Patricia Marie 77, Vandalia, Ohio passed away January 24, 2015 near her family in Fishers Indiana. Patricia Umana(Deady) was born October 25, 1937 in Springfield Ohio. She was a graduate of Catholic Central High School, Springfield Ohio. Pat was a proud homemaker in Vandalia Ohio where she lived for over 50 years.

She was involved in the community as a volunteer at Saint Elizabeth Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, election poll volunteer, Mothers Club University of Dayton and various church activities at St. Christopher's Catholic Church. Although Pat had chronic health issues since birth she was always smiling and witty, even the day before she passed away. She is preceded in death by her sisters Betty and Martha. She is survived by her husband Rafael Umana, son Greg Umana wife Kristy, Rafael Alvarado wife, Guustie, and brothers, Roger and Ray Deady.

She is blessed with seven grandchildren; Luke, Brittany, Erika, Andrew, Raul with wife Lauren, Alexander, Mariah and great grandson Jebadiah. Services will be held Saturday, January 31, at St. Christopher Church 435 E. National Vandalia Ohio. Visitation will be at 10am followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 11am with Fr.

Francis Keferl officiating. Interment will follow at Poplar Hill Cemetery. Contributions in lieu of flowers may be made to St. Christopher Church. Arrangements entrusted to Morton Whetstone Funeral Home Vandalia, Ohio.

SHEPARD-MOORE, Barbara L. Age 84 of Troy and formerly of Dayton, passed away Tuesday, January 27, 2015. She was born September 1, 1930 in Dayton to the late Lloyd and Katherine Newbauer. Barbara was preceded in death by her husband, Nollie "Bob" Moore; son, Dale Shepard; siblings, Margaret, Kenny Newbauer, Merle Newbauer, Bob Newbauer and Lois Kemper. She is survived by her son, Larry (Autumn) Shepard; grandchildren, James (Leah) McDaniel, Scott Shepard, Stephanie (Ethan) Spahr, Wesley (Jackie) Shepard, Destiny Temple, Lyndsey (Brian) Crescenzi, Taylor Shepard; daughter-in-law, Dahlia Shepard; close friend and caregiver, Mary Girardot; numerous great- grandchildren, great great- grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 11:30 AM on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at Brush Creek Church of God, 6370 S. Kessler Frederick Rd. Tipp City, OH. Family will receive friends from 11AM until time of service. Contributions may be made to S.P.C.A., in Barbara's memory.

Condolences may be made to the family at www.newcomerdayton.co MOYER, Roger Dale Age 69, of Greenville, passed away Jan. 28, 2015. Service Jan. 31, 1 p.m. at Ft.

Jefferson United Methodist Church. Zechar Bailey F.H., Greenville. RAGON, John W. Age 86 of Englewood, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at his home. John worked for Ohio Bell for over 30 years and was a supervisor when he retired.

John was a proud veteran of the Korean War. He was a member of the Ohio Bell Pioneers, the Jolly Jets camping club (NCHA) and the Troy Fish and Game. John enjoyed being the best fix-it man, playing guitar and listening to country music, riding bicycles and made some of the best caramels and fudge. He was the glue that kept us together, through the good times and the bad. John is survived by his wife of 62 years: Janice (Storer) Ragon, daughters: Becky (Jim) Mahle of Vandalia, Cindy Ragon of Englewood, grandchildren: Amanda (Mark) Gerlach, Kimberly (Stephen) Welker, Lindsay Schultz and Eric Schultz.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 sisters and 2 brothers. The family would like to thank the Hospice of Dayton nurses and aides for the great care given to John. He left a void that cannot be filled, and our family will never be the same without him. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 31, 2015 at the Kindred Funeral Home (400 Union Englewood) with Rev.

Mark Batton officiating. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 30 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment at Willowview Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Dayton.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.KindredFuneralHome.co.