Obituaries

Kenneth Joseph Pauly, 78, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Friday, March 10, 2023, at 11:02 a.m. at his home.  He had been ill three months.

Kenny was born April 24, 1944, in Ashland, Ohio to Edward and Clara Cantleberry Pauly.  He was a 1962 graduate of Ashland High School and lived most of his life in Ashland and Mansfield.  He had lived in Washington Court House, spending the winters in Florida, the past 13 years.

He had formerly farmed with his father and later was a truck driver for 12 years.  For the past 13 years, he had been assisting Garth Hynes with his farming operation.

Kenny attended the Fayette Bible Church and had served in the Ohio National Guard.  He enjoyed painting while in Florida and loved spending time with his dogs, especially during their early morning walks.

He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Dave Pauly.

Kenny is survived by his wife, the former Bonnie Jean Cole, whom he married February 1, 1968; a daughter and son-in-law, Teresa and Joe Garland of Washington Court House; a son, Kenny R. Pauly and his partner, Maryann, of Columbus; three grandchildren, Kendra Pauly and Edward Pauly and Katherine Hynes and two brothers, Larry Pauly of South Carolina and Phil Pauly of Ashland.

At his request, cremation has taken place.

A celebration of life service and a luncheon, for family and friends, will be held Saturday, April 15, 2023, at 1 p.m. at  the home of Teresa Garland, 2720 Bunker Hill-Glendon Road-SW, Washington Court House.

The family wishes to thank ProMedica Hospice for their exceptional care and especially caregivers Randy Taylor, Laura Tweed and Tracy Nichols for their expertise, love and kindness.

Memorial contributions may be made to ProMedica Hospice, 208 North Fayette Street, Washington Court House, Ohio  43160.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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John Robert Bane, Jr., 82, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Monday, February 27, 2023, at 11:18 p.m. at the Court House Manor Nursing Home where he had been residing since January 26.

Bob was born December 11, 1940, in Gallia County, Ohio to John Robert and Edith Clark Bane.  He was reared in Gallia County and was a 1958 graduate of Gallia Academy High School in Gallipolis.  He received a bachelor’s degree in education from Rio Grande College in 1962.

He taught mathematics for 24 years in the Washington Court House City Schools and eight years at the Great Oaks Institute of Technology and Career Development in Wilmington.  He retired from teaching on May 31, 1994.  He was a school bus driver while in college and continued part time while teaching school.  After his retirement from teaching, he drove a bus for the Washington City Schools from 1998-2003.

In 1975, he was commissioned as a police officer with the Washington Court House Police Department.  He devoted many hours of service to the city and especially to his fellow officers on patrol.

Bob was very much involved with the Fayette County Life Squad.  He was an EMT and crew leader, beginning the first day that service was established in Fayette County.  He worked the night shift then would teach school the next day.  He served as the coordinator of the EMS service from 1980-1982.  He served one term as president of the life squad and later was appointed, by the Fayette County Commissioners, to the EMS Board of Directors and served on the board for the next nine years.  He also served as a dispatcher for the squad.

He had a love for driving trucks and, at the age of 18, began hauling freight multi-state during the summers and bulk milk on the weekends.  He later drove dump trucks for construction companies and became a full-time driver for M C Trucking at Melvin Stone near Sabina in 2003.  He was employed by Southwest Paving in the mid and late 60’s as a plant operator at Fayette Limestone in Fayette County.

Bob was the manager of the swimming pool in Washington Court House from 1971-1985 when the local Rotary Club owned the facility.  He was instrumental in the addition of the 50-meter Olympic pool in 1978.

He was a 45-year member of Fayette Lodge F&AM #107 and was currently serving as treasurer; was a member of the 32^nd Degree Masons, Valley of Columbus; Aladdin Temple Shrine in Columbus and the Washington Shrine Club.  He was a member and past exalted ruler of Washington Lodge #129 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks, was a member of the Fayette Aerie #423 of the Fraternal Order of Eagles; was a social member of O.E. Hardway Post #3762 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; a member and past president of Associates Lodge #56 of the Fraternal Order of Police Associates in Washington Court House; the Fayette County Retired Teachers Association and the Fayette County Fish and Game Association.

Bob as very much into the rural life.  He maintained a residence in Kentucky on Lake Cumberland for many years.  He truly enjoyed fishing and boating and having visitors at his cabin at Beaver Creek Resort near Monticello, Kentucky.

He was very fond of his umbrella cockatoo, Venus, who the only pet he ever owned.

Bob was never married.  He devoted his life to helping others and having many friends, both professionally and socially, and is survived by those many friends and co-workers.  Also surviving is a sister, Bonita Westerberg of Grayslake, IL.

A Masonic service, which is open to the public, will be held Friday, March 3, 2023, at 1 p.m. at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.  The funeral will immediately follow the Masonic service with Danny Dodds, minister at the Greenfield Church of Christ, officiating.  Burial will be in the Washington Cemetery.

Friends may call at the funeral home Friday from 11 a.m. until time of the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Ohio Masonic Home, 2655 West National Road, Springfield, Ohio 45504.

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Patricia Ann (Kadel) Wood, 86, of Washington Court House, Ohio, died Sunday, February 26, 2023, at 12:37 a.m. shortly after admission to the Riverside Methodist Hospital in Columbus.  Her death was sudden and unexpected.

Patricia was born November 28, 1936, in Springfield, Ohio to Albert “Bud” and Janet Knicely Kadel.  She moved to Washington Court House in 2015, from Carmel, IN.

Over a 40-year career, Patricia built many relationships and was well respected for her knowledge and love of fine jewelry.  It was her vocation and passion.

Starting a very young age, she revealed her love of music through singing in the church choir and took every opportunity to share her talents, playing the piano.  The love of music led her to enjoy her role for many years in Vaud-Villities.

Patricia was preceded in death by a daughter, Elizabeth Tarrier on June 18, 2014; by her parents and her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Doris and Charles Wood.

She is survived by her husband, John Michael Wood whom she married August 11, 1975; three children and their spouses, Monte and Beth Studebaker of Columbus, Tom and Carolyn Studebaker of Washington Court House and Michelle and Scott Bean of Upper Arlington; her grandchildren, Sarah (David). Caitlin, Christian, Chloe (John), Jordan (Megan), Avery (Jared), Rachael (Troy), Bekah (Joe) Alexa (Andrew) and Andy (Sarah) and great grandchildren, Seely, Dillon, Greer, Sayer, Henry, Harry, Elle and Jack; Also surviving are a son-in-law, Tim Tarrier; daughter-in-law, Nikki Studebaker; brother-in-law, Richard Wood; nephews, David (Monica) Wood and Steven (Starla) Wood and great nieces, Avery and Olivia Wood.

Cremation will take place with a private family gathering to be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 300, Boone, NC 28607 or online at samaritanspurse.org.

“In the end only three things matter:  How much you loved, how gently you lived and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.” –Unknown

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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Nathaniel Scott (Nathan) Cornetet, 42, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Tuesday, February 21, 2023, at the Grant Medical Center in Columbus where he had been a patient since February 15 following a motorcycle accident in Washington Court House.

Nathan was born September 17, 1980, in Dayton, Ohio to Russell Louis and Sharon Louise Mecham Cornetet.  He was a 1999 graduate of Northwestern High School in Springfield.

He served 20 years in the U.S. Army before retiring as a staff sergeant in 2018.  He currently was a sales service representative for Gordon Food Service.  Nathan recently completed a degree in cyber security.

Nathan was a member of O.E. Hardway Post #3762 of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; enjoyed participating in bowling and softball leagues; was a motorcycle enthusiast and had a love for live music.

Nathan is survived by his wife, Brandi Dawn Jago-Cornetet whom he married June 10, 2017; six children, Brandon, Gavon, Carson and Kyndall Cornetet, Layla Moore and Draydon Moore; a grandson, Carter Moore; his mother and step-father, Sharon and Johnny Diviak of Springfield, OH; his father and step-mother, Russell and Beverly Cornetet of Liberty Township, OH; seven siblings, Kirsten (Nick) Walters of Springfield, Emily Diviak (Justin) McHaney of Enon, Megan Diviak of Springfield, Michelle (Eric) Laudick of Waynesville, OH, Jonathan (Bethany) Likens of Bellbrook, OH, Melissa (Chad Bowers) Zarrouk of Kettering and Kelli (Todd Worthen) Likens.  During his life, Nathan had the joy of having numerous nieces and nephews to love.  He was the kindest soul with the biggest heart, and therefore, has numerous friends that are called family.

Friends may call at the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House, Thursday, March 2, 2023, from 5-7 p.m.  A time of remarks and remembrances will follow the visitation.

Cremation will take place with burial of the cremains at the Dayton National Cemetery at a later date.

Nathan was a giving person, and his final gift was that of organ and tissue donation to save and heal the lives of others.

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Darrell D. Michael, 81, of Washington Court House, Ohio, passed away Saturday, February 18, 2023, at 10:10 a.m. at Signature HealthCARE of Fayette County where he had been a patient since February 8.

Darrell was born October 28, 1941, in Fayette County, Ohio, to Leslie C. and Edith Anders Michael.

Before his retirement, he was a firefighter with the Washington Fire Department.

He was a member of the McNair Memorial Presbyterian Church; was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam War; was a member of the Fayette Lodge F&AM #107 and formerly was a member of Washington Chapter #129 of the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks.

On October 25, 1962, he married the former Blanche Mootispaw.  She preceded him in death on March 12, 2004.  He was also preceded by his father, Leslie C. Michael; mother, Edith Parsons; step-father, Grandville Parsons; siblings, twin-brother Carroll Michael, LeRoy Michael, James Michael, and Robert Michael; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gene and Ethel Yahn; sister-in-law, Sharon Martindale; brother-in-law, Phil Yahn and special friend Shirley Evans.

He is survived by three sons and daughters-in-law, Jeffery and Peggy Michael, Terry and Sue Michael, and Brian and Heather Michael, all of Washington Court House; grandchildren, John (Nikki) Michael of Leesburg, Amanda (Mark) Devenport of Washington Court House, Katie (John George) Michael of Columbus, Sarah (Norman) Moore of New Holland, Aaron (Morgan) Brooks of Hillsboro, Jessica (Jeff) Clouser of Greenfield, Travis Davis of Jeffersonville, Jordan (Corey) Buckley of Wilmington, Bill (Markie) Michael of Washington Court House and Morgan (James Baker) Michael of Kettering; several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; siblings, Wilma Kelso of Waynesville, Roger Parsons of Florida, and Larry Michael of Washington Court House; sisters-in-law, Debbie (Kevin) Persinger of Greenfield, and Brenda Yahn of Mt. Sterling; several nieces and nephews; and many friends.

The funeral will be Friday, February 24, 2023, 11 a.m. at the South Side Church of Christ with Todd Maurer, involvement minister at the church, and Danny Dodds, minister at the Greenfield Church of Christ, officiating.  The Fireman’s Last Call will conclude the service.  Burial, with complete military honors, will follow in the Sabina Cemetery.

Friends may call at the church Thursday, February 23, 2023, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. where a Masonic service, which is open to the public, will be held Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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Donna Lee Alexander, 82, of Bloomingburg, Ohio passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, February 15, 2023, following a recent hospitalization.

Mrs. Alexander was born October 12, 1940, in Highland County, Ohio to Wilbur Leroy and Inez Olive Evans Chrisman. She was a 1959 graduate of Bloomingburg High School and lived most of her life in the Bloomingburg community.

She was formerly a dental assistant but her main life’s work was being a homemaker and mother.

Mrs. Alexander was a member of the Heritage Memorial Church of Christ in Christian Union.  She enjoyed bible studies, reading and making crafts.  She had a love for all animals but especially liked caring for outdoor cats.

On October 12, 1963, she married Max Dudley Alexander.  He preceded her in death on December 22, 2008.

She is survived by a son, Max D. Alexander, Jr. of Tipp City, OH and a brother, Robert L. Chrisman and his wife, Mary Jane, of New Holland.

A graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 22, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at the Washington Cemetery with Justin Siler, associate minister at Heritage Memorial Church of Christ in Christian Union, officiating.  Burial will be under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House

There will be no calling hours.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Heritage Memorial Church, 1867 U.S. Route 35-NW, Washington Court House, Ohio 43160.

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Alan Martin Sanchez, 56, of Bloomingburg, Ohio died early Wednesday morning, February 15, 2023, at his residence.  His death was sudden and unexpected.

Alan was born March 5, 1966, in Matagalpa, Nicaragua, to Alejandro and Maria Cristina Espinoza Orozco Sanchez. He had lived the pat 23 years in this community.

He formerly worked Reinhart Tower Service in Columbus for 19 years.  He had also worked at YUSA in Washington Court House and currently was employed by Pennant Molding in Sabina.

Alan was a faithful member of the First Church of God in Washington Court House where he served as an usher and a member of the technical support team.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his father-in-law, Miguel Estrada.

Alan is survived by his wife, the former Aloha Maria Estrada whom he married December 31, 2002; a son, Alan Frank Sanchez; three brothers, Jose Sanchez of Washington Court House; Frank Sanchez and twin brother, Henry Sanchez, all of Nicaragua; a sister, Martha Sanchez of Nicaragua; his mother-in-law, Norha Ortega Estrada of Nicaragua; a brother-in-law, Jean Estrada of Washington Court House and three sisters-in-law, Ainuha Estrada of Nicaragua, Winoha Estrada of Miami, FL and Vicky Estrada of Spain.

Cremation will be observed.

A memorial service  will be held Saturday, March 4, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the First Church of God, 610 Harrison Street, Washington Court House, with Pastor Patrick Gamble, minister at the church, officiating.

Arrangements are under the direction of Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

Kevin Wayne Witte, 66, husband of the former Brenda Louise Lilienkamp, of Washington Court House, Ohio died Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 11:17 p.m. at his home.  He had been in failing health.
Arrangements are pending and, when completed, will be announced by the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

Alice Louise White, 100, of Dayton, Ohio died Sunday, February 5, 2023, at 1:12 p.m. at the Sanctuary of Wilmington Place in Dayton where she had been residing since 2017.

Miss White was born December 25, 1922, at Londonderry in Ross County, Ohio to James Grover and Mary Ilo Taylor White.

She was a secretary at the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base for 37 years before her retirement in 1980.

Miss White was a member of the Belmont United Methodist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Richard White and a sister, Ruth White.

Miss White is survived by two nephews and their spouses, William A. and Elaine White of Rensselaer, IN and Jim and Diane White of Portland, Oregon; four great nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law, Luvada White of Chillicothe.

Cremation will take place and a graveside service will be held at a later date in the Good Hope Cemetery in Fayette County, Ohio.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

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Betty Jean Montgomery, 95, of Washington Court House, Ohio, died Sunday, January 29, 2023, at 4:40 a.m. at Court House Manor Nursing Home.

Betty was born October 30, 1927, in Gay, West Virginia to Fola and Gena Whiting Hart.  She moved to Washington Court House in1949, from Wilmington, Ohio.

She was a member of the Grace United Methodist Church.  She loved flowers and was an avid gardener.

Betty was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Benson (Ben) Montgomery on May 26,1980, and a brother, Ray Hart.

She is survived by three children and their spouses, Jeannette and Robert Brubaker of Columbus, OH; Jeffrey and Laura Montgomery of Montgomery, AL and Jon and Kellie Montgomery of Georgetown, KY; eight grandchildren, Ben  (Laura) Brubaker, Anne (Andrew Schultz) Brubaker, Sarah (Kaylor) McCain, Anne (Richard) Ketcham, Matthew Montgomery, Faith (Quinn) Barnett, Daniel Montgomery and Jolie Montgomery; 11 great grandchildren; two sisters, Janet Wilson of TX and Dolly Holland of WV and several nieces and nephews, including Patricia Gall of Washington Court House.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation will take place.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 18, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Judy Chapel in Washington Cemetery, with Mell Wickensimer, director of visitation at the Grace United Methodist Church, officiating. Burial of the cremains will follow in Washington Cemetery under the direction of the Kirkpatrick Funeral Home in Washington Court House.

Memorial contributions may be made to the ProMedica Hospice, 208 North Fayette Street, or the Grace United Methodist Church, 301 East Market Street, Washington Court House, Ohio  43160.

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