July 10, 2007 E. Eugene "Gene" Bushee passed away Sunday, July 8, 2007.
"Gene was born on July 1, 1941, in Lancaster, to the late Lloyd and Harriett (Lutz) Bushee. Gene retired in 2003 from the U.S. Post Office after 25 years. Afterward, he delivered prescription drugs for Krogers for 4 years.
Gene was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a member of the Amanda Lions and the Lancaster Pigeon Club. Gene is survived by his loving wife, Ann (Collins) Bushee; children, Shelley (Mark) Randall of Columbus, Jean Ann (Jerry) Lucus of Amanda, Elizabeth (Pat) Bullock of Georgetown, Ky., and Lloyd Bushee of Amanda; grandchildren, Kystle, Amanda, Becky, David, Shawn, Dawson and Delaney; great-granddaughter Kimmy; brother, James (Carole) Bushee of Va., sister, Mary Elizabeth (Joe) Hitt of Va.; brother, Norman (Barbara) Bushee of Arkansas; sister-in-laws, Arlene Boggs, Marion (Dale) Curtis, Laura Griffin and Sara (John) Hadley; brother-in-laws, Tom (Linda) Collins and Steve Collins; numerous nieces and nephews; and lots of special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be on from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at Sheridan Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in Amanda Township Cemetery. Services will be conducted at 11 a.m. Thursday at Sheridan Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions maybe made to the Pickering House or the Fairfield Christian Church. The family would like to give a special thank you to the staff at the Pickering House and Dr. Lloyd, Dr. Singh, Dr. Becker and Dr. Pandya for the excellent care and kindness given to Gene.
To send an online condolence and sign the guestbook, please visit:
www.webfh.com/sheridanfuneralhome. "
Lancaster Eagle Gazette Article published July 10, 2007
May 27, 2007 Roger and Barbara (Funk) Alexander continue along the road.
Barbara brings us up-to-date on Roger's condition and on what she has been doing recently.
"I have been more than busy, but I wanted to get an update to the Class concerning Roger. In January, I did move him to Oneonta, a quaint town, reminding me of Delaware. Our married daughter lives there. I know that I told all of you that he refused Chemotherapy; his choice, of course, but one that saddened all of us. He is living in senior housing, working part time and seemingly is recovered. I have only seen him once since January, but we stay in touch by phone.
I will be spending the summer with my daughter, Judy and her family. I look forward to being with them and have lots of plans for the children. Judy and I are taking a cake decorating class. She is finishing her Bachelor's degree online and is a busy single mom. In the fall, I will be moving to Arkansas. That move will enable me to travel and fulfill some of the things I want to do in retirement.
My seven children, their spouses and the nineteen grandchildren are doing so well. I am grateful for that and opportunity that I will have to visit them for longer periods of time.
I have most recently been doing private duty, having just finished my last patient a week ago. The opportunity to do that was nothing I sought out, but when it came my way, I moved with it. I have to be honest to say that I hope not to do that kind of work again.
I hope this summer will be a great one for all the members of our class."
Thanks Barb and be sure to tell Roger we all send our best. Many class members have asked if I had heard how you and Roger were doing since your last note of November last year.
March 1, 2007 Eric Rowley had double bypass heart surgery in 2005 and has recoved.
Ellen Hinton Rowley (Eric's wife) was pleased with this outcome. She is also very pround of what Eric has done since.
Eric just wrote to report that:
"Since my last report of surviving heart surgery to the class some good things have happened and I attach local news release (click here).
I'll bet "Moose" is rolling over in his grave in disbelief.
Eric Rowley
VP Emeritus
Conversion Technologies International Inc."
Way to go Eric! We are all produd of you and Moose would have been the first to give you a big "moose" hug.
February 12, 2007 Judy Jones Staley gets a good report from doctor.
"Dear Friends:
I saw my doctor in Columbus today and received an "ok"report; nothing worth treating yet, but the disease is slowly reappearing. I continue to feel great, no symptoms at all.
When the time comes for treatment, it will likely be in Columbus at the James Cancer Center with a couple days in the hospital. The doctor states I will not likely be sick and not lose my hair...somehow that is one of the most awful side effects most women worry about. Shortly after the next series of treatments, I will have to go for a transplant. The current thinking is it is better to transplant early than late if you have my "peculiar" type of CLL. That transplant stuff is more than I wanted to ask about; I will see the transplant surgeon and my doc in late April for "information" only. Guess I'll learn how to use the tape recorder since my anxiety level is sometimes high enough that I can't focus.
I am hoping to avoid the whole situation for as long as possible. At least one thing is in my favor...Medicare will approve all CLL transplants, so hurrah for being old!
My best to all of you.
Judy"
January 16, 2007 Bauneta (Bonnie) Raikes took a fall on her deck.
Karen DeLong advised Nancy Palmer Goodman recently that Bonnie recently fell on her deck and received a severe concussion. She has been in the hospital for 3 days. She is home now but is still feeling poorly.
For sending good wishes, her e-mail address is:
nidaville@computechnow.com
January 9, 2007 Nancy Schulz McLaughlin has been released from doctor's care.
Nancy Conrad (Evans) just spoke with Nancy who advised that she's happy to be released from the doctor's care and that all is great once again. She's eagerly returning to her home in LaVeta, Colorado tomorrow, to be with her critters and friends. The trip is about a four-hour drive from Denver.
The Force is clearly with our Nancy S.
January 7, 2007 Nancy Schulz McLaughlin is recovering and feeling better at last.
A note of good news from Nancy's long-time friend, Alexis, indicates that Nancy is feeling better and is coming out of the fog of medication and post-surgery stress. She has lost a number of pounds and has to assemble a new set of clothes but is pleased on that account. She is well along the bouncy road of recovery from the operations and is gathering her inner strength that is a major characteristic of being Nancy.
Nancy was overwhelmed with notes, cards, flowers and telephone calls during the difficult periods, concerning which she is very thankful for the show of support and good wishes. She said she hopes to catch up with her responses as soon as possible and wants to thanks all of her friends, especially those in Lancaster for all their good wishes.
Way to good Nancy!!!
November 21, 2006 Roger and Barbara Alexander both living their lives.
Barbara sent in the following message:
"Happy Thanksgiving to the Class of '59.
We are thankful for Roger's recovery and while he has chosen not to have chemotherapy we are looking forward to his returning to work the first week in December. His health issues include diabetes, which he will be seeing an endochronologist for soon. He also tore a bicep due to the anemia he experienced during the time before the colon surgery. That injury is almost healed. He is seeing a chiropractor for that.
I continue to do the required things to get my license to teach here and the last time I went to the school board, they assured me that all was in order and the license will be coming soon from Montgomery. I look forward to that, of course.
Roger is moving to north Alabama very soon after Christmas; one of our children lives there and he is excited about being close to she and her family.
Thank all of you for your well wishes. The library, where I use the computer, has been a lifesaver; Roger doesn't have a TV and while that is not an end all, it certainly would have been a welcome diversion. I have been reading in the absence of that and have read all of John Grishom's books, eighteen in all, plus some others.
My best to all of you,
Barbara"
November 13 , 2006 Linda M. Moore passed away on November 8, 2006.
"Linda M. Moore, 65, of Lancaster, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2006 at her residence. She was born May 29, 1941, in Lancaster, to the late James and Treva (Robinson) Moore. Linda was a member of the Victory Hills Church of God. She is survived by her loving family consisting of her daughter, Wendy (Mitchell) Klingler; grandchildren, Amber (Timothy) Rosser and James (Ashley) Waits; great-grandchild Wynter Skye Rosser; sister Judy Lutz; special niece Kelly Rodgers; and many other nieces and nephews.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents, James and Treva; and brother James R. Moore.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Sheridan Funeral Home. Services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Sheridan Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Floral Hills Memory Gardens.
The family would like to thank the Pickaway Plains and Kidney Dialysis for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fairfield National Bank in Linda’s account in memory of her."
Lancaster Eagle Gazette Article published November 9, 2006
November 11 , 2006 Martha E. Schatz (Elick) passed away on November 4, 2006.
Lancaster Eagle Gazette Article published November 5, 2006:
"Martha Elick pased away after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was a retired teacher from Reynoldsburg City Schools after 30 years service, and 20 years at French Run Elementary School. Martha was a member of Messiah Lutheran church and served as church organist for many years. She was also a member of the Emmaus community in Reynoldsburg. Martha was born Feb. 26, 1941, to Grover and Esther Elick.
Martha is survived by husband, Walter; children, Jon (Cathy) Schatz of Powell, Susan Bowser and Sarah Schatz of Reynoldsburg; grandson, John A. Bowser II; sister, Juanita Boyd of Marengo; sisters-in-law, Jo Ann Elick of Lancaster and Shirley (Paul) Mouser of London; and brother-in-law George (Joan) Schatz of Hilliard. She is preceded in death by her parents; and brothers, Bob and Jack Elick.
Services were held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Messiah Lutheran Church 1200 S. Waggoner Road, Reynoldsburg, with Pastor Karl Hanf officiating. Family received friends from 3 to 5 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Cotner Funeral Home, 7369 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg. Burial will be at at Silent Home Cemetery, Reynoldsburg. www.cotnerfuneralhome.com
Contributions may be made to Messiah Lutheran Church, 1200 S. Waggoner Road, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068 or Faith Mission Dept. L-1313 PO Box 18045 Columbus, OH 43218-0045. "
November 6, 2006 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note:
"To Family and Friends:
I had good news today from my doctor in Columbus. No chemo is planned in the forseeable future. I am doing well even though the disease is not gone, at least it isn't very active. No problems with fatigue, weight loss (darn), anemia or pain. What more could anyone ask for at this time?
I am looking forward to Thanksgiving, Christmas, a new baby via Beth in March and a trip to South America in April.
Thanks for all your prayers and support. I am truly happy.
Judy"
Way to go, Judy!
November 1, 2006 Roger and Barbara Alexander both living their lives.
Barbara sent in the following message:
"Roger is here with me at the library today; he with magazines and I with email and a chance to do a little research online. I am so much better from the run-in with the 'bugs;' coming off the Prednisone seems to be slowing the process down. Today we are going for a picnic lunch and a walk at the park nearby. He has this walking stick that makes me laugh when I see him with it; although he is fragile that 'pole' would be a deterrant to man and or beast! We had a harvest meal last night, celebrating God's blessings to us and the fall. Our present goal is to get our 'chores' and errands done to enable us to have the weekend free.
The site in Roger's abdomen appears almost healed, albeit, a small opening now that drains into a small bandage. He was guarding that a lot and now is able to move around without it being a huge concern for him.
Thanks to all of you who continue to be in touch; to Barbara Ike, loved the card......'Heal!' The hound dog represented Roger's attitude the day he opened it. LOL."
October 30 , 2006 Roger and Barbara Alexander both recovering but...
Barbara sent in the following message:
"We are both better today; ran some errands and actually had lunch out. It was not easy for Roger, but it did get us out in the beautiful Fall weather. Trouble is that he is just not bouncing back and has decided not to have chemotherapy, as they were suggesting, because there was a lymph node involved and the bowel wall was compromised. I have suggested to him what lung and liver cancer might be like, as that is usually the destination of tumors from the colon. To no avail, and it is certainly his decision not to have chemotherapy. In a couple of weeks, he may be dismissed from the surgeon. He is planning a move to northern Alabama and I will resume teaching again soon."
We all wish that Roger will reconsider but Barbara is correct, it is his life.
October 27 , 2006 Roger and Barbara Alexander both recovering now...
Barbara sent in a message that we have included below more or less verbatim:
"Wanted to mail you an update on Roger. The drain in the 'zipper' as you called it, is out as of today. I decided to see if just letting the wound drain into the bandage would be sufficient. He pulled a muscle getting into the car as we were leaving from a short trip last week. That is still healing. In general, he is doing fine.
On Friday, as I was unpacking the car, I was bitten by something. Within minutes I was very ill, short of breath and knew to get to the firehouse immediately. I had an antiphalatic reaction, got a ride in the ambulance, where I experienced such peace as I listened to the EMT tell the doctor that my blood pressure was dropping even further. I was fast swelling around the head and shoulders and of course my throat was closing. The feeling of peace fit into the nurse's description of "you almost made the trip." It would have been a short one too..........However, I was home by nightfall with medication; I am still ill, but better. Roger and I are two sickies taking care of one another."
Who said "when it rains, it pours"? We all wish Roger and Barbara the best through their trying times. Send them a note, it would be apreciated, we are sure.
October 9 , 2006 Roger Alexander recovering from surgery.
Roger's wife, Barbara, tells us that Roger is having a little delay in the healing process. The doctor had to open his abdomen and each day she has to insert a gauze drain in that "zipper." It is something that happens with abdominal surgery, we were told. He plans to move to northern Alabama, a goal that encourages him to wellness. She said that she was reading Wild at Heart to him and that they were engaged in various activities to keep his mind otherwise occupied. She said that they were loving Sudoku; great for passing time. He will be moving and returning to work in six weeks if he doesn't need Chemo, which will be determined in a few days. We are trying to keep upbeat on this matter but, in the end, it's up to Roger's biology and whether he can withstand this attack on his system.
Barbara was in Ohio for a year, but missed the LHS59 Reunion, sadly. She loves the get-togethers that the LHS girls have; didn't miss one of those. She said that during those times she got caught up on all the class members' activities.
She thanked everyone for their good wishes and prayers for Roger. I can't tell you how much he appreciated your notes, she said.
September 18, 2006 Roger Alexander is having surgery.
Haze advises that Roger Alexander will be having surgery for colon cancer on Tuesday September 17th. His address is 206 4th Ave. SE. Apt. 1A, Childersburg, Alabama, 35944. He would like to hear from you.
August 15, 2006 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note:
"I saw my Columbus/James Cancer Center Doctor yesterday. My last CT scan shows the disease is returning somewhat, but he wasn't impressed with the amount of disease and said he would reevaluate after next CT in Oct/Nov. At that time, I may get a drug here in Cincinnati or may be part of either of two investigational trials in Columbus. Right now, I am having no symptoms which is good, so he thinks we shouldn't rock the boat, yet. I'm okay with that. It's amazing how this can frustrate your life."
She sent her best to all of you who have been sending notes and messages of encouragement over the past year.
March 15, 2006 Sue Ann Septer Shook passed away on March 11, 2006.
Lancaster Eagle Gazette Article published Mar 15, 2006:
"Sue Ann Shook, 65, of Lancaster, Ohio, passed away March 11, 2006, at her residence. Sue was born June 24, 1940, in Lancaster, Ohio, to Harlan and Sylvia Septer. She was a member of the Faith Memorial Church. Surviving are two sons and a cousin. Sue was preceded in death by her parents and a brother. Services will be at 10 a.m. Friday, March 17, 2006, at Heinlein-Brown Funeral Home, Logan, Ohio. Burial will be in the New Fairview Cemetery, Rockbridge, Ohio. Calling hours will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home."
February 20, 2006 Sharon Mowery Utt has died after a long fight with cancer.
Karen Delong Shaeffer sent in the following note:
"Sharon Mowery has passed away from a blood clot (stroke). Her daughter said she had a very peaceful passing and was not in pain and was ready to go (after a good fight with Cancer). Viewing hours will be from 2-4 and 6-8 Tuesday Feb. 21st at Haltmen, Fett and Dyer Funeral Home in Lancaster. Funeral will be Wednesday at 11:00."
Originally published by the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, February 21 , 2006:
"Sharron K. Utt, loving mother and grandmother, 65, of Lancaster, passed away Sunday, Feb. 19, 2006, at Fairfield Medical Center. Sharron was a member of Abundant Life Church where she was also a minister. She retired from Circleville Juvenile Correctional Facility.
She is survived by three daughters, the Rev. Kelly Spence, Lori (Joe) Clyburn and Holly (Tim) Schaber; two sons, David (Jeannette) Whitaker and Wendell Utt; nine grandchildren; and an aunt, Mina Harris. She was preceded in death by her parents, Oliver and Florence Mowery; and a brother, Wendell Mowery.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home with pastors Ken and Lu Bell officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Rose Cemetery.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday"
November 6 , 2005 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note to you all:
"Apparently, there is a plan to have more chemo at the James Center in Columbus. My oncologist said he wants 0% CLL instead of 5% which will only multiply. In January and February, there is another study starting with the investigational drug; hopefully, it will put me into a remission. The drug is realitively free of side effects, no hair loss and probably some fatigue, but with no other health issues, he thinks I should go for a total remission. I continue to feel great and am planning a trip to Russia in late May...that's my treat to me for doing well.
Have a great Thanksgiving.
Judy"
Judy is an inspiration to us all. Keep up the great effort, Judy.
October 25, 2005 Arlene Collins Boggs has had surgery recently. Karen Delong Shaeffer sent in the following note:
"Arlene wanted me to thank all of you for your cards, calls and prayers during her recent hospitalization and surgery. She said she really appreciates all your thoughtfulness and that she is so proud to be a member of the Class of 59."
October 19, 2005 James H. Bowland Obituary follows:
James H. "Jim" Bowland, 64, of Lancaster, died as the result of injuries from an auto accident on Route 37 just north of Rising Park on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2005, at Grant Medical Center in Columbus.
He was retired from Anchor Hocking Glass Corp. and a Vietnam veteran serving in the U.S. Army, SP4, 8th Division Artillery. He was a member of Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church, Assistant District Commissioner of Chief Tarhe District of Boy Scouts, F.O.E. Aries 2120, American Legion Post 11, Loyal Order of Moose 955 and the NRA.
He is survived by his wife, Ruth Bowland; daughter, Jo Anna "Jody" (Sean) Ward of Lancaster; son, James "Jamie" (Roxanne) Bowland of Lancaster; four grandchildren: Joseph Rayner, Zane Ward, Morgan Bowland, and Mason Bowland; brother, John H. (Yvonne) Bowland of Lancaster; mother-in-law, Virginia R. Bright of Lancaster; sisters-in-law, Charlotte A. (John) Green of Fla., Dorothy J. Dunn of Bremen, Virginia M. (James) Axe of Bremen, Linda L. (Terry) Eads of Lancaster, Betty J. (John Balthaser) Bright of Lancaster and Sharon K. (Edward) Yuhasz of Kentucky; many nieces and nephews; and special loved ones, J.T. Featheroff and Christina Featheroff. He was preceded in death by his parents, Virgil and Beatrice Bowland; and father-in-law, Charles S. Bright.
Services were held at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Sixth Avenue United Methodist Church with the Rev. Thomas P. Rogers officiating. Burial followed in Floral Hills Memory Gardens with the Lancaster Veterans Burial Squad conducting military rites at the cemetery. Friends visited from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Frank E. Smith Funeral Home, Lancaster, and one hour prior to the service at the church on Friday.
Originally published by the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, October 13 , 2005
October 5 , 2005 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note to you all:
"I saw my oncologist today...still have some residual disease and will require another round of chemo (6
weeks) with another drug....may go to the James Center for one drug or stay in Cincinnati if another drug is recommended. I will see the doctor at the James Center sometime soon and get the next segment decided.
Through all of this, I have felt great, so I am trying to look at the positive side of the whole issue even though I had hoped the results would have been better. Oh well, life remains good and in another few hours, I'll have my emotional state back where it belongs.
My thanks to all of you for all your good thoughts and prayers. It means alot!
Judy"
2005 August 30, 2005 Carole Bender Henderson Obituary follows:
"Carole Bender Henderson, 63, died at 4:05 p.m., Saturday, August 27, 2005, in her residence in Bowling Green. Ky.
She was born December 19, 1941, at Portsmouth, Ohio and was an artist and owner of Glass & Gold by Carole and Handicrafts by Henderson. She was a member of Newcomers, Gourmet, Hospice and Red Hat Society and was a child advocate for CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates of Warren County). She also was a gourmet cook, jeweler and an active tennis and bridge player. She attended Miami of Ohio University and was affiliated with the First Christian Church.
She is survived by two sons, John Henderson of Washington D.C., and Scott Henderson and wife Sarah of Bowling Green, Ky.; two daughters, Marilyn Alexander and husband Todd of Columbus and Valarie Dodson of Lancaster; one brother, Bill Bender of Lancaster; and five grandchildren, Ellen Alexander, Kyle Alexander, Ryan Chapman, Tanner Dodson and Olivia Henderson.
She was preceded in death by her father, William Bender and mother, Dorothy Mae Clark Bender; and husband, Harold Richard Henderson.
Visitation will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005, at the J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2005, at the J. C. Kirby & Son Lovers Lane Chapel. Cremation has taken place.
Expressions of sympathy can be sent to CASA, 103 E. 12th St., Bowling Green, Ky. 42101."
Originally published by the Lancaster Eagle-Gazette, August 30, 2005
August 28, 2005 Carole Bender Henderson has passed away. Tom Hammer sent in the following report:
"I'm sorry to report that Carol passed away last night. As many of you know, she fought a valiant fight with cancer for many months. She will be sadly missed by many who considered her a very good friend and a joy to be around. We are so glad she decided to join us at last year's reunion and will remember those fun moments for ever!!
Tom Hammer, 8/28/05"
August 11, 2005 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note:
"My dear friends :
I have great news! My latest CT scan shows another 50% decrease in the tumors; my oncologist is surprised and pleased. I still have two more series of chemo which will bring me up to mid Sept. What a relief. I asked about how a remission is determined and was told a bone marrow biopsy is next on the agenda.....ouch! I also asked about a large dose of a "silver bullet"; she offers only a small dose, so I will enlist your thoughts and prayers for a good dose of amnesia from the medicine. After all that, I think I will go to the James Cancer Center for the experimental drug. What comes after that is debatable. At least you know I am doing well and feeling great. What a gift!
My daughter Lynn was married last weekend at Ault Park in Cincinnati. The rain stopped at about 2 PM with the wedding at 6:30 PM, the sun was bright and hot and the sky so blue that it was picture perfect. The evening was cool and the sky full of stars. I don't think I have ever seen my daughter any happier. I wonder if I would have appreciated it as much if paragraph #1 had not occured.
My best to all of you. Be glad for all you have in your life.
Judy"
Way to go Judy!!!
July 10, 2005 Judy Jones Staley sent in the following note:
"I am feeling great; no problems with the chemo. The week of the July
20th, I will have Round 4 of the treatment, then 3 weeks off again,
then another 2 weeks with a 3 week break in the middle. After than, I
have to go to Columbus to the James Cancer Center for an experimental
drug, then possibly a stem-cell transplant... right now, I am glad for
chemo with nothing else.
Maybe I should let everyone know that this disease does not
necessarily mean a death sentence. I received more than 100 cards of good wishes,
flowers (beautiful and much appreciated), numerous prayer cards, and
much more.
I didn't know so many
people cared! All things together, you have made this more than just
tolerable. Thanks to everyone"
July 1, 2005 Walter "Ben" Noland died today of liver failure. Tille Bowers McCarty provided the accounting of this sad occurrence. The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette Obituary follows:
"Walter "Ben" Noland, 64, of Beavercreek, Ohio died July 1, 2005, at Dayton VA. He was a Vietnam veteran and in real estate. He is survived by his brother, Philip L. Noland of Lancaster; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Parker and Hattie Noland; and sisters Thelma Albertini and Sarah Strawn.
Services will be at 10:30 a.m. Friday, July 8, 2005, at Crestview Mausoleum, Forest Rose Cemetery with the Rev. Robert C. Tussing officiating.
Arrangements made by the Frank E. Smith Funeral Home."
Originally published by the Lancaster Eagle Gazette, July 7, 2005
June 26 , 2005 A note from Carole:
"Hello to all,
I just heard from the Dr.'s office that I will begin my first radiation treatment tomorrow, Thurs., at 1:00. I am very anxious to get on with things, and see just how successful these treatments will be. They tell me I will have around five weeks of treatments, 5 days a week. Please keep me in your prayers.
Love to all,
Carole
P.S. The stint for my kidney seems to be working very nicely; I do feel like I have 2 kidneys working now!!!!"
June 25, 2005 Birth Announcements:
"Isaac Thomas, boy, Heidi and Aaron Bailes of Columbus, June 6, 2005. Grandparents are Gary and Becky Bailes and Suzy Grubb and Don Grubb, all of Lancaster.
Carolina Faith, girl, Ty and Nikki (Warner) Clark of Springboro, March 8, 2005. Grandparents are Janet and Dick Warner and Bonnie (Shaver) and Dave Clark, all of Lancaster."
Originally published by the Lancaster Eagle Gazette, June 22, 2005
May 14, 2005 Carole just sent in the following response:
"How do I get a thank-you to all the people that sent me a card? I would like to just issue a note to all to show my appreciation for their concern and caring. Thanks for your help."
March 17, 2005 Carole Bender Henderson fell and broke her hip two weeks ago. Tillie Bowers McCarty just talked with Carole's daughter who advised her of Carole's accident. While having this problem tended, doctors also discovered that she has cancer. She will start radical radiation shortly after Easter, but at this time is home recuperating with the aid of a walker.
Cards and letters are in order from all her friends in the Class.
Carole's snail mail address is:
2635 Hayford Place, Bowling Green , KY 42104
Carole's e-mail address is: glassgold@premiernet.net
She must know we all wish her the very best of outcomes.
March 4, 2005 Donald Gale Kasburg, 64, of Sahuarita, Ariz., passed away this day. Tillie Bowers McCarty sent in the report:
"Don was the son of the late Pete and Edna Kasburg. He was born Feb. 3, 1941 and was a graduate of Lancaster High School, Ohio and worked for Anchor Hocking Glass in Lancaster, Ohio for 20 years before moving to southern Arizona in 1979. He is survived by his wife, Loretta; brother, Jerry (Joanie) Kasburg; daughters, Sherri (Harold) Cunningham and Tina (Mark) Glover; and sons, David and Jesse Kasburg and Ronald, Randy and John Gage. Don also is survived by 20 grandchildren, as well as many good friends of the Class of 1959 and others. A memorial service was held March 12, 2005, in Sahuarita, Ariz. Donations in Don's memory can be made to the American Cancer Society. "
Originally published in The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette Obituary Section, Tuesday, March 15, 2005.
February 25, 2005 Pat A. Ventresca, 63, died December 22, 2004. Jack Klinker said Pat worked for many years as a mould maker at Lancaster Mould. He retired a few years ago.
February 24, 2005 Sharon Mowery Utt asked Karen Delong Shaeffer to thank the classmates for sending prayers and cards and words of encouragement to her when they found out about her illness. She told Karen that:
"God is still a God of miracles, the chemo is working, and I would like to thank all the classmates for the flood of cards and letters and prayers I received. I always thought we were the best class and now I know it. Thank all of you for all the support."
Way to go, Sharon !
January 17, 2005: Eric Rowley had double bypass surgery during the week of January 17th and is doing very well. Ellen Hinton Rowley (Eric's wife) suggests that anyone wanting to send a happy card, Eric's address is 13221 County Rd. J, Montpelier, Ohio 43543. She is sure he would enjoy them.
Week of January 24, 2005: Sharon Mowery Utt is fighting diagnosed cancer. If you would like to send a card, her address is 314 Garfield Ave., Lancaster, Ohio 43130
January 13. 2005: Ronald B. Prather, 63, of Lancaster, passed away Thursday of an aneurysm of the aorta at his residence. Tille Bowers McCarty provided the accounting of this sad occurrence. The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette Obituary follows:
"Born Sept. 10, 1941, he was the son of the late W.D. "Bud" and Ethel Seifert Prather. A 1959 graduate of Lancaster High School and a graduate of Columbus Technical College, he retired after 25 years of employment with Anchor Hocking. A member of the American Legion, he enjoyed traveling, working in his yard, computers and collecting trains. He is survived by his brother, Terry (Tammy) Prather of Thurston; sister, Pat Prather of Columbus; nephews, Joshua (Jennifer) Prather and Dan Davis of Thurston; nieces, Rebecca Prather of Thurston and Carla Baughman of Millersport; great-niece, Attison Prather of Thurston; and great-nephews, Daniel Prather of Thurston and Blake Conley of Clarkson University, N.Y. Services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Floral Hills Memory Gardens, where the Lancaster Veterans Burial Detail will perform military graveside services. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from 5 to 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to FairHoPe Hospice."
Originally published Sunday, January 16, 2005
January 7, 2005: Dana McKenna Williamson, 63, of Rockbridge, passed away Friday, Jan. 7, 2005, at her residence according to Karen Delong Shaeffer. Tillie Bowers McCarty provided the details via The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette Obituary follows:
"Dana was born Nov. 27, 1941, in Marietta to the late Homer C. McKenna and Mildred Siley McKenna. She was a 16-year employee of Hordis Bros. of Lancaster and a former employee of Selkirk Metalbestos of Logan. She also was a member of the Ladies of the Moose Auxiliary, Ladies Amvets Auxiliary and the Ladies Eagles Auxiliary. Surviving are her husband of 45 years, Fred S. Williamson. son, Dave (Diane) Williamson; daughters, Holly (Chris) Gompf and Julie (Geoff) Perry, all of Logan; grandchildren, Heidi and Drew Brooks, Stephanie (Joshua) Flanigan, Jacob Turner, Geoffrey Perry Jr., Paul (Brandi Dodson) Williamson, Seanna Williamson and Jerimah and Zakary Gompf; great-grandchildren, Shailynn and Makaleigh Williamson and Sophia Flanigan. Also surviving are her sister; Jimmie Silberzahn of Logan, brothers; Chuck (Barb) McKenna of Columbus, Bob (Connie) McKenna of North Carolina, Jeff (Suzanne) McKenna of Westerville and Jack (Susie) McKenna of Upper Arlington; and sister-in-law, Jeanette Miller of Columbus. Dana was preceded in death by her parents; sister-in-law, Sylvia McKenna; and brothers-in-law; Larry and Robert Williamson and Robert Garlinger. Family will receive family and friends from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11, 2005, at Heinlein-Brown Funeral Home Logan. Letters of condolence may be sent to this family at www.brownfuneralservice.com.
Howard Duffy prepared the above OB and has since died on January 8, 2005"
Originally published Sunday, January 10, 2005
2004
June 27, 2004: Penny (Perry) Gerges has died. Tillie Bowers McCarty, Nancy Palmer Goodman, and Gary Bailes announced by e-mail that Penny died this past Wednesday. Penny requested no public service. Her ashes will be scattered at Alley Park. The Lancaster Eagle-Gazette Obituary follows:
