WALTER M. BANKS - 92 02/24/2010
WALTER M. BANKS
Walter M. Banks, 92, of 600 Westview Dr., Piqua, died at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at his residence. He was born March 5, 1917, in Darke County, to the late Charles C. and Ida (Heins) Banks. He married Dorothy M. Sanders on January 19, 1941 in Greenville; she survives.
Mr. Banks is also survived by a son, Gary (Dixie) Banks of Piqua; two grandchildren, Julie (Jim) Brown and Thomas (Carol) Banks; two step-grandchildren, Mike (Barbara) Hickey, and Mark Hickey; and seven great-grandchildren.
Walter worked four years as a liaison engineer for Lear, Inc. prior to serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Upon returning home, he began his career working for the Dunson Auto Supply Company of Piqua, retiring as store manager. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed cars.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, March 1, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Ronald Shreffler officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles. Visitation will be from 12-1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 248 Wood St., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Walter M. Banks, 92, of 600 Westview Dr., Piqua, died at 3:15 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at his residence. He was born March 5, 1917, in Darke County, to the late Charles C. and Ida (Heins) Banks. He married Dorothy M. Sanders on January 19, 1941 in Greenville; she survives.
Mr. Banks is also survived by a son, Gary (Dixie) Banks of Piqua; two grandchildren, Julie (Jim) Brown and Thomas (Carol) Banks; two step-grandchildren, Mike (Barbara) Hickey, and Mark Hickey; and seven great-grandchildren.
Walter worked four years as a liaison engineer for Lear, Inc. prior to serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II. Upon returning home, he began his career working for the Dunson Auto Supply Company of Piqua, retiring as store manager. He was a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church and enjoyed cars.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1 p.m. Monday, March 1, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Ronald Shreffler officiating. Burial will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Versailles. Visitation will be from 12-1 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church, 248 Wood St., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
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BARBARA A. SCHERER - 84 02/24/2010
BARBARA A. SCHERER
Barbara A. Scherer, 84, formerly of 1017 Elm St., Piqua, died at 6:22 pm Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the upper Valley Medical Center. She was born September 21, 1925 in Troy to the late Charles J. and Artie (Alexander) Schnell. She married Carl R. Scherer October 6, 1963 in Troy, he preceded her in death November 9, 2007.
Survivors include a sister, Gene Moore of Tipp City; and five sisters-in-law, Luella Scherer, Frances Scherer, Barbara Scherer all of Piqua, Helen Scherer of Wichita Kansas; and Penny Sue Conn of St. Paris. She was preceded in death by a sister.
Mrs. Scherer graduated Troy High School, was a homemaker, and worked as a secretary most of her life.
A private graveside service will be conducted Monday, March 1, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity. Arrangements are being handled through the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Barbara A. Scherer, 84, formerly of 1017 Elm St., Piqua, died at 6:22 pm Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at the upper Valley Medical Center. She was born September 21, 1925 in Troy to the late Charles J. and Artie (Alexander) Schnell. She married Carl R. Scherer October 6, 1963 in Troy, he preceded her in death November 9, 2007.
Survivors include a sister, Gene Moore of Tipp City; and five sisters-in-law, Luella Scherer, Frances Scherer, Barbara Scherer all of Piqua, Helen Scherer of Wichita Kansas; and Penny Sue Conn of St. Paris. She was preceded in death by a sister.
Mrs. Scherer graduated Troy High School, was a homemaker, and worked as a secretary most of her life.
A private graveside service will be conducted Monday, March 1, 2010 at Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to one’s favorite charity. Arrangements are being handled through the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
JOEL J. HIXSON - 83 02/24/2010
JOEL J. HIXSON
Joel J. Hixson, 83, formerly of Sidney and Piqua, died at 9:25 am Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Piqua Manor Nursing Home. He was born March 4, 1926 in Piqua to the late John R. and Margaret (McQuown) Hixson.
Survivors include a daughter, Pamela (Rick) Haney of Piqua; two grandsons, Matthew Murray, Neilson (Carol) Hixson; two great grandchildren, Eva Marie Hixson, and Ian Scott Hixson; a daughter-in-law, Joan Hixson of Piqua; a brother-in-law, Clifford “Kip” McKinney of Springfield; and his friend and former wife, Phyllis Hixson of Piqua. He was preceded in death by two sons, Todd Hixson, Scott Hixson; and a sister, Yvonne McKinney.
Mr. Hixson graduated Piqua Central High School in 1947, retired from the Engineering Dept. of the Copeland Company of Sidney, and traveled with and was a member of Stage Hands Union Local #349 working for various commercials and shows. He was a United States Marine Corp veteran having served as a Corporal during World War II. He was a member of the Piqua American legion Post # 184, and the Madison Ave. First Church of God. He was an outdoor person enjoying hiking, woodworking, square dancing and was involved with the Boy Scouts of America for many years.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 pm Friday February 26, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery where full military honors will be provided by the Veterans Elite Tribute Squad. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 pm Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Piqua Salvation Army, 129 S. Wayne St., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Joel J. Hixson, 83, formerly of Sidney and Piqua, died at 9:25 am Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at Piqua Manor Nursing Home. He was born March 4, 1926 in Piqua to the late John R. and Margaret (McQuown) Hixson.
Survivors include a daughter, Pamela (Rick) Haney of Piqua; two grandsons, Matthew Murray, Neilson (Carol) Hixson; two great grandchildren, Eva Marie Hixson, and Ian Scott Hixson; a daughter-in-law, Joan Hixson of Piqua; a brother-in-law, Clifford “Kip” McKinney of Springfield; and his friend and former wife, Phyllis Hixson of Piqua. He was preceded in death by two sons, Todd Hixson, Scott Hixson; and a sister, Yvonne McKinney.
Mr. Hixson graduated Piqua Central High School in 1947, retired from the Engineering Dept. of the Copeland Company of Sidney, and traveled with and was a member of Stage Hands Union Local #349 working for various commercials and shows. He was a United States Marine Corp veteran having served as a Corporal during World War II. He was a member of the Piqua American legion Post # 184, and the Madison Ave. First Church of God. He was an outdoor person enjoying hiking, woodworking, square dancing and was involved with the Boy Scouts of America for many years.
A funeral service will be conducted at 1:30 pm Friday February 26, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Richard Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery where full military honors will be provided by the Veterans Elite Tribute Squad. Visitation will be from 12:30-1:30 pm Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Piqua Salvation Army, 129 S. Wayne St., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
VONNIE W. CANTRELL - 84 02/24/2010
VONNIE W. CANTRELL
Vonnie W. Cantrell, 84, of 106 Mound St., Piqua, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at Heartland of Piqua. He was born September 15, 1925 in West Liberty, Kentucky, to the late John W. and Minnie B. (Wright) Cantrell.
Survivors include four sons, Willis (Charlene) Cantrell and Scott Cantrell all of Piqua, Von (Judy) Cantrell of Louisa, Ky., and Denny Cantrell of Texas; three daughters, Cleta (Ray) Cantrell of Troy, Sherry (Ed) Rogers of Troy, and Terry Cantrell of Piqua; twelve grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Wallace (Sandy) Cantrell of Columbus, Ind.; and two sisters, Thelma (John) Dulin of Troy, and Lois (Bill) Jones of West Liberty, Ky. He was preceded in death by two brothers, B.H. Cantrell and Ronnie Herschel Cantrell.
Mr. Cantrell was a United States Army veteran having served during World War II. He retired in 2004 from the Copeland Company, Sidney, as a Hi-Lo operator following 51½ years of service. He enjoyed gardening, the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals, and Ohio State football.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 27, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Revs. Bill Cantrell, Denny Cantrell and Roe Denvil Cantrell co-officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery where full military honors will be provided by the Veterans Elite Tribute Squad. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County, P.O. Box 502, Troy, OH 45373; American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45206; or Disabled American Veterans, P. O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Vonnie W. Cantrell, 84, of 106 Mound St., Piqua, died at 4:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 23, 2010, at Heartland of Piqua. He was born September 15, 1925 in West Liberty, Kentucky, to the late John W. and Minnie B. (Wright) Cantrell.
Survivors include four sons, Willis (Charlene) Cantrell and Scott Cantrell all of Piqua, Von (Judy) Cantrell of Louisa, Ky., and Denny Cantrell of Texas; three daughters, Cleta (Ray) Cantrell of Troy, Sherry (Ed) Rogers of Troy, and Terry Cantrell of Piqua; twelve grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; several great-great-grandchildren; a brother, Wallace (Sandy) Cantrell of Columbus, Ind.; and two sisters, Thelma (John) Dulin of Troy, and Lois (Bill) Jones of West Liberty, Ky. He was preceded in death by two brothers, B.H. Cantrell and Ronnie Herschel Cantrell.
Mr. Cantrell was a United States Army veteran having served during World War II. He retired in 2004 from the Copeland Company, Sidney, as a Hi-Lo operator following 51½ years of service. He enjoyed gardening, the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals, and Ohio State football.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10 a.m. Saturday, February 27, at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Revs. Bill Cantrell, Denny Cantrell and Roe Denvil Cantrell co-officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery where full military honors will be provided by the Veterans Elite Tribute Squad. Visitation will be from 6-8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Miami County, P.O. Box 502, Troy, OH 45373; American Cancer Society, 2808 Reading Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45206; or Disabled American Veterans, P. O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
JENNIFER L. (BROWNING) FORD - 36 02/24/2010
JENNIFER L. (BROWNING) FORD
Jennifer L. Ford,36, of Piqua, died Monday, February 22, 2010 at 11:20am at the Vitas Hospice in Dayton. She was born June 22, 1973 in Troy, to Walter and Cathy Tucker Browning of Piqua. She married Timothy D. Ford and he survives.
Other survivors include two daughter, Justine & Morgan Ford at home, a sister, Patricia Vance of Piqua, and several nieces and nephews.
Jennifer Graduated in 1992 from Troy High School and had worked at C.J. Carry Out on Nicklin Avenue.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, February 25,2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com
Jennifer L. Ford,36, of Piqua, died Monday, February 22, 2010 at 11:20am at the Vitas Hospice in Dayton. She was born June 22, 1973 in Troy, to Walter and Cathy Tucker Browning of Piqua. She married Timothy D. Ford and he survives.
Other survivors include two daughter, Justine & Morgan Ford at home, a sister, Patricia Vance of Piqua, and several nieces and nephews.
Jennifer Graduated in 1992 from Troy High School and had worked at C.J. Carry Out on Nicklin Avenue.
There will be a gathering of family and friends from 5:00 to 7:00 pm Thursday, February 25,2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com
TAMARA K. LAVEY - 52 02/22/2010
TAMARA K. LAVEY
Tamara K. Lavey, 52, of 921 Lincoln St., Piqua, died at 6:37 pm Saturday February, 20, 2010 at her residence. She was born November 4, 1957 in Springfield to Robert L. and Carolyn S. (Finnegan) Chandler, Sr. of Gettysburg. She married Dale Andrew Lavey October 16, 1993 in Piqua; he also survives.
Other survivors include a daughter, Kristina (Zachary) Boyer of Lewisburg; three sons, Nicholas (Angela) Campbell of Troy, Dale Andrew Lavey II and Tyler Alexander Lavey both at home; six grandchildren; a brother, Robert L. (Angela) Chandler, Jr. of Huber Heights; and a sister, Robin (Jim) Burton of Bradford.
Mrs. Lavey graduated Bradford High School, was employed as a cashier at the Piqua Wal-Mart Store, and had previously worked at Upper Valley Medical Center for seventeen years. She was an active supporter of the Piqua High School Marching Band, and Show Choir. She enjoyed fishing, swimming, mushroom hunting, and was an avid New Orleans Saints fan. She was a good wife and mother, loved her family and will be sadly missed by family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 am Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. David R. Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Piqua High School Music Boosters, 1 Tomahawk Trail, Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Tamara K. Lavey, 52, of 921 Lincoln St., Piqua, died at 6:37 pm Saturday February, 20, 2010 at her residence. She was born November 4, 1957 in Springfield to Robert L. and Carolyn S. (Finnegan) Chandler, Sr. of Gettysburg. She married Dale Andrew Lavey October 16, 1993 in Piqua; he also survives.
Other survivors include a daughter, Kristina (Zachary) Boyer of Lewisburg; three sons, Nicholas (Angela) Campbell of Troy, Dale Andrew Lavey II and Tyler Alexander Lavey both at home; six grandchildren; a brother, Robert L. (Angela) Chandler, Jr. of Huber Heights; and a sister, Robin (Jim) Burton of Bradford.
Mrs. Lavey graduated Bradford High School, was employed as a cashier at the Piqua Wal-Mart Store, and had previously worked at Upper Valley Medical Center for seventeen years. She was an active supporter of the Piqua High School Marching Band, and Show Choir. She enjoyed fishing, swimming, mushroom hunting, and was an avid New Orleans Saints fan. She was a good wife and mother, loved her family and will be sadly missed by family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 am Friday, February 26, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. David R. Wilson officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Piqua High School Music Boosters, 1 Tomahawk Trail, Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
TERRY L. PEAKE - 40 02/22/2010
TERRY L. PEAKE
Terry L. Peake, 40 of 1307 South St., Piqua, died at 8:00 pm Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton. He was born October 2, 1969 in Troy. He married Jodi L. (Popp) March 20, 1993 in Sidney; and she survives.
In addition to his wife, Terry is survived by two children, Shelbi Peake and Jared Peake both at home; his father, Ronnie Peake of Troy; his mother, Marilyn (Reeder) Peake of Sevierville, Tennessee; a sister, Rhonda (Mark) Mason of Chillhowie, Virginia; and a brother, Rick (Jessica) Peake of Dayton,
Mr. Peake was a 1988 graduate of Piqua High School and Upper Valley Joint Vocational School Agricultural Business program, and obtained his Journeyman degree from the Illinois Power Company. He was employed as a Journeyman Lineman with the Power Distribution Dept. of the City of Piqua where he served as its Union President. He enjoyed his family, motorcycling and was an avid Nascar fan.
A Celebration of Life will begin at 10:00 am Thursday, February 25, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Andrew Monnin officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 15120 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60693. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Terry L. Peake, 40 of 1307 South St., Piqua, died at 8:00 pm Saturday, February 20, 2010 at Miami Valley Hospital, Dayton. He was born October 2, 1969 in Troy. He married Jodi L. (Popp) March 20, 1993 in Sidney; and she survives.
In addition to his wife, Terry is survived by two children, Shelbi Peake and Jared Peake both at home; his father, Ronnie Peake of Troy; his mother, Marilyn (Reeder) Peake of Sevierville, Tennessee; a sister, Rhonda (Mark) Mason of Chillhowie, Virginia; and a brother, Rick (Jessica) Peake of Dayton,
Mr. Peake was a 1988 graduate of Piqua High School and Upper Valley Joint Vocational School Agricultural Business program, and obtained his Journeyman degree from the Illinois Power Company. He was employed as a Journeyman Lineman with the Power Distribution Dept. of the City of Piqua where he served as its Union President. He enjoyed his family, motorcycling and was an avid Nascar fan.
A Celebration of Life will begin at 10:00 am Thursday, February 25, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Rev. Andrew Monnin officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00 pm Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association, 15120 Collections Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60693. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
TAMARA K. LAVEY - 52 02/22/2010
TAMARA K. LAVEY
Tamara K. Lavey, 52, of 921 Lincoln St. Piqua, died at 6:37 pm Saturday February 20, 2010 at her residence. Her funeral arrangements are pending through the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home.
Tamara K. Lavey, 52, of 921 Lincoln St. Piqua, died at 6:37 pm Saturday February 20, 2010 at her residence. Her funeral arrangements are pending through the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home.
JOSEPH D. LILLICRAP - 30 02/22/2010
JOSEPH D. LILLICRAP
Joseph D. Lillicrap, 30, of 9010 N. Piqua-Lockington Rd., Piqua, died Friday, February 19, 2010 in Shelby County. He was born December 15, 1979 in Miami County to David and Susan (Marden) Lillicrap of Piqua.
Other survivors include a brother, Thomas C. Lillicrap of Piqua; paternal grandfather Robert L. Lillicrap of Piqua; maternal grandmother, Anna Marden of Piqua; several aunts and uncles including Doug and Jacki Lillicrap, Duane Lillicrap, Bobbi Peelman, and Christine Heintz.
Mr. Lillicrap was a 1998 graduate of Piqua High School and the Upper Valley J. V. S. He was the founder and owner of the Wicked Design Powder Coating Company, which enabled him to use his creative talents. He enjoyed automobiles, motorcycles, and Florida. He embraced life, his family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 am Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Pastor Steven Spoon officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00 pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Piqua Church of the Nazarene, 400 S. Sunset Dr., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
Joseph D. Lillicrap, 30, of 9010 N. Piqua-Lockington Rd., Piqua, died Friday, February 19, 2010 in Shelby County. He was born December 15, 1979 in Miami County to David and Susan (Marden) Lillicrap of Piqua.
Other survivors include a brother, Thomas C. Lillicrap of Piqua; paternal grandfather Robert L. Lillicrap of Piqua; maternal grandmother, Anna Marden of Piqua; several aunts and uncles including Doug and Jacki Lillicrap, Duane Lillicrap, Bobbi Peelman, and Christine Heintz.
Mr. Lillicrap was a 1998 graduate of Piqua High School and the Upper Valley J. V. S. He was the founder and owner of the Wicked Design Powder Coating Company, which enabled him to use his creative talents. He enjoyed automobiles, motorcycles, and Florida. He embraced life, his family and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted at 10:00 am Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home with Pastor Steven Spoon officiating. Burial will follow at Forest Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00-8:00 pm Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Piqua Church of the Nazarene, 400 S. Sunset Dr., Piqua, OH 45356. Condolences to the family may also be expressed through www.jamiesonandyannucci.com.
